This is the 4311th most frequent German word.
erschüttert
Deeply shaken or shocked.
In this sentence, 'erschüttert' describes a physical impact on an object caused by an external force, expressing vibration or shaking.
Das Erdbeben hat das Gebäude erschüttert.
The earthquake shook the building.
Here, 'erschüttert' is used to describe an emotional state of being deeply affected by distressing information.
Nach den Nachrichten war sie tief erschüttert.
After the news, she was deeply shaken.
Here, 'erschüttert' is metaphorically used to explain the undermining or damaging of someone's trust or belief system.