startling

C1
Pronunciation
/ˈstɑː.tl̩.ɪŋ/
/ˈstɑɹ.tl̩.ɪŋ/
Noun
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

A startle; a sudden motion or shock.

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.

Adjective
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

Likely to startle; surprising; shocking.

Synonyms
alarming