word
Startled
STAH-rtuhld
/ˈstɑːrtʌld/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
startled
Dictionary meaning
Excited by sudden surprise or alarm and making a quick involuntary movement.
Examples
- Students startled by the teacher's quiet return.
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