Startle and Startled

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Startle verb - To make a strong impression on (someone) with something unexpected.

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Startled is a synonym for startle. In some cases you can replace term "Startled" with "Startle", this verbs are similar.

Nearby Words: startling, startled, startler

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

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Startle is a synonym for startled. Sometimes you can use "Startle" instead a verb "Startled".

Nearby Words: start, startle, startling, startler

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