Amazed
Amazed adjective - Affected with sudden and great wonder or surprise.
Usage example: you'd be amazed at the destruction one small squirrel can cause inside a house
Startled is a synonym for amazed in astonished topic. In some cases you can use "Startled" instead the word "Amazed" as an adjective or a verb. popular alternative
Startled
Startled adjective - Excited by sudden surprise or alarm and making a quick involuntary movement.
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Amazed is a synonym for startled. You can use "Amazed" instead the word "Startled" as an adjective or a verb. popular alternative
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