Meaning Of The Word Startle

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What's The Definition Of Startle?

startle
verb: If something sudden and unexpected startles you, it surprises and frightens you slightly.

startle in American English
a start or shock, as of surprise or fright
to be startled
to surprise, frighten, or alarm suddenly or unexpectedly; esp., to cause to start, or move involuntarily, as from sudden fright
intransitive verb: to start involuntarily, as from a shock of surprise or alarm
noun: a sudden shock of surprise, alarm, or the like
transitive verb: to disturb or agitate suddenly as by surprise or alarm

startle in British English
verb: to be or cause to be surprised or frightened, esp so as to start involuntarily

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