startle (Meaning)
startle (n)
a sudden involuntary movement
startle (v)
to stimulate to action
move or jump suddenly, as if in surprise or alarm
Synonyms & Antonyms of startle
startle Sentence Examples
- The sudden thunderclap startled me awake, sending shivers down my spine.
- The unexpected movement in the corner of my eye startled me, making me jump.
- The piercing alarm clock startled me out of a deep slumber, leaving me disoriented.
- The loud crash startled the dog, causing it to bark frantically.
- The unexpected sight of a snake startled her, making her scream and run away.
- The change in his demeanor startled me, as he suddenly became cold and distant.
- The news of the accident startled the community, leaving a sense of shock and disbelief.
- The sudden appearance of a stranger in the alley startled me, causing me to quicken my pace.
- The unexpected phone call startled me, interrupting my peaceful evening.
- The abrupt change in temperature startled me, as a cold breeze swept through the room.
FAQs About the word startle
a sudden involuntary movement, to stimulate to action, move or jump suddenly, as if in surprise or alarm
amaze, shock, surprise, stun, astonish, take by surprise,astound, thunderstrike, take aback, rock
reassure, assure,reassure, assure, console, encourage, steel, console, inspire, cheer
The sudden thunderclap startled me awake, sending shivers down my spine.
The unexpected movement in the corner of my eye startled me, making me jump.
The piercing alarm clock startled me out of a deep slumber, leaving me disoriented.
The loud crash startled the dog, causing it to bark frantically.
