What is the meaning of startled?

verb

  • To stimulate to action .
    • usage: ".. Startled him awake"; "galvanized into action"
  • Move or jump suddenly, as if in surprise or alarm.
    • usage: "She startled when I walked into the room"

adjective

  • Excited by sudden surprise or alarm and making a quick involuntary movement.
    • usage: "students startled by the teacher's quiet return"; "the sudden fluttering of the startled pigeons"; "her startled expression"
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