Predictable and Startling

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Predictable adjective - Capable of being foretold.

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Startling is an antonym for predictable.

Startling adjective - Causing a strong emotional reaction because of unexpectedness.

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Predictable is an antonym for startling.

Nearby Words: startle, startled, startler

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