Shock value is the potential of an action (as a public execution), image, text, or other form of communication to provoke a reaction of disgust, shock, anger, fear, or similar negative emotions.
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Famous quotes containing the word shock:
“Having an identity at work separate from an identity at home means that the work role can help absorb some of the emotional shock of domestic distress. Even a mediocre performance at the office can help a person repair self-esteem damaged in domestic battles.”
—Faye J. Crosby (20th century)