Startling and Worrying

Startling

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

Worrying and startling are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Worrying" instead an adjective "Startling".

Nearby Words: startle, startled, startler

Worrying

Worrying adjective - Causing distress or worry or anxiety.
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Synonyms for Worrying

Startling and worrying are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Startling" instead an adjective "Worrying".

Nearby Words: worry, worried
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Worrying and Startling. (2016). Retrieved 2026, August 16, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/startling/worrying
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