Daunted and Startled

Daunted

Daunted adjective - Caused to show discomposure.

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

Nearby Word: daunting

Startled

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

Daunted and startled are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Daunted" instead the word "Startled" as an adjective or a verb.

Nearby Words: start, startle, startling, startler
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