startle

B2
Pronunciation
/ˈstɑːt(ə)l/
/ˈstɑɹt(ə)l/
Noun
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

A sudden motion or shock caused by an unexpected alarm, surprise, or apprehension of danger.

Verb
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

To move suddenly, or be excited, on feeling alarm; to start.

Example Sentences
  • a horse that startles easily
2 Definition

To excite by sudden alarm, surprise, or apprehension; to frighten suddenly and not seriously; to alarm; to surprise.

3 Definition

To deter; to cause to deviate.