Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
startle
verb
/ˈstɑːrtl/
Definition
To cause someone to feel sudden shock or alarm.
Examples
- The loud noise from the fireworks can easily startle pets.
- She was startled by the unexpected touch on her shoulder.
- The sudden movement of the car startled the pedestrians.
Meaning
To make someone suddenly feel surprised or frightened by something unexpected.
Synonyms
- shock
- surprise
- frighten
- jump
- alarm
