startle
Translation
to startle, to surprise, to frighten
Examples
The loud noise startled the baby.
The loud noise startled the baby.
I didn't mean to startle you.
I didn't mean to startle you.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) to surprise or shock (sb.) suddenly The loud noise startled the baby.
Similar Words
Synonyms: surprise, frighten, shock, alarm
Etymology
From Middle English 'stertlen,' meaning to rush or leap. Related to the word 'start'.
Memory Tips
Imagine you 'start' to move suddenly because you were startled. It causes a sudden movement.