Aghast and Startled

Aghast adjective - Filled with fear or dread.

Startled is a synonym for aghast in horrified topic. In some cases you can use "Startled" instead an adjective "Aghast", when it comes to topics like shocked, stunned.

Startled adjective - Excited by sudden surprise or alarm and making a quick involuntary movement.

Aghast is a synonym for startled in shocked topic. You can use "Aghast" instead an adjective "Startled", if it concerns topics such as stunned.

Nearby Words: start, startle, startling, startler