Definition of Startled

to be alarmed or frightened by something sudden

Examples of Startled in a sentence

A deer will be startled if you get too close to it.  🔊

Many people are startled when someone sneaks up on them.  🔊

You might feel startled if you saw a spider crawling up your arm.  🔊

Jenny was startled when her best friend jumped at her from around a corner.  🔊

Most people jump or scream when they are startled by something.  🔊

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