startled
adjectiveHow many syllables in startled?
There are 2 syllables in the word startled.How to pronounce startled:
Definition of startled:
- startled (adjective):
- to move or jump suddenly (as in surprise or alarm)
Synonyms for startled:
amazed
astonished
astounded
awed
awestricken
awestruck
bemused
bewildered
bowled over
confused
disconcerted
dumbfounded
dumfounded
flabbergasted
floored
knocked for six
left open-mouthed
marvelling
nonplussed
openmouthed
puzzled
shocked
staggered
stunned
stupefied
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