shockproof

adjective

shock·​proof ˈshäk-ˌprüf 

1

: incapable of being shocked

2

a

: resistant to damage by shock

b

: unlikely to cause shock : protectively insulated

a shockproof switch

Examples of shockproof in a Sentence

The watch is supposed to be waterproof and shockproof.

Recent Examples on the Web

The case is also made from a waterproof and shockproof material that’ll help protect your tech. —Rylee Johnston, Travel + Leisure, 17 Mar. 2025

This case is shockproof with a screen protector and can be attached to the back of a seat in the car for long road trips. —Lauryn Jiles, Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2025

Sphero’s robots are waterproof and shockproof, since everything fragile is sealed up inside of a clear plastic shell. —Erico Guizzo, IEEE Spectrum, 29 Nov. 2016

Some models are designed to be ultra-durable, with rugged, shockproof and waterproof features, ideal for outdoor and travel use. —Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 20 Jan. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1862, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for shockproof

• aloof
• behoof
• disproof
• flameproof
• foolproof
• greaseproof
• leakproof
• reproof
• soundproof
• bulletproof
• fireproof
• waterproof

Kids Definition

shockproof

adjective

shock·​proof ˈshäk-ˌprüf 

1

: incapable of being shocked

2

a

: resistant to damage by shock

b

: unlikely to cause shock

a shockproof switch