Appalled and Startled

Appalled

Appalled adjective - Struck with fear, dread, or consternation.

Startled and appalled are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Startled" instead the word "Appalled" as an adjective or a verb.

Nearby Words: appalling, appallingly

Startled

Startled adjective - Excited by sudden surprise or alarm and making a quick involuntary movement.
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Appalled and startled are semantically related. You can use "Appalled" instead the word "Startled" as an adjective or a verb.

Nearby Words: start, startle, startling, startler
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