startled
adjectiveHow many syllables in startled?
There are 2 syllables in the word startled.Divide startled into syllables:
star · tled
How to pronounce startled:
Definition of startled:
- startled (adjective):
- to move or jump suddenly (as in surprise or alarm)
Synonyms for startled:
astonishedbemusedastoundedwonderingawedsurpriseddisconcertedflabbergastedstunnedthrownShow 10 more
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