noun Internet Slang

visual shock

VIZH-oo-ul SHOK · noun · slang

A jaw-dropping first impression of an idol's looks.

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The stunned reaction fans have on first seeing an exceptionally good-looking idol. Often cited as the reason someone fell into a fandom.

“His visual shock at the fansign converted me instantly.”
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visual shock In A Sentence

His visual shock at the fansign converted me instantly.

Origin & Usage

English 'visual' + 'shock', a fandom coinage.

People Also Ask

What does visual shock mean?

It's the stunned reaction fans have on first seeing an exceptionally good-looking idol, often the moment they fall into a fandom.

Why is it called visual shock?

In K-pop, 'visual' refers to a member's looks, so 'visual shock' captures the jolt of being caught off guard by how attractive an idol is.

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