Perturb and Startle

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Perturb verb - To trouble the mind of; to make uneasy.

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Startle and perturb are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Startle" instead a verb "Perturb".

Nearby Words: perturbation, perturbing

Startle verb - To strike with fear.

Usage example: loud noises always startle her

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Perturb and startle are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Perturb" instead a verb "Startle".

Nearby Words: startling, startled, startler

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