startling

• Describe algo que causa sorpresa o sobresalto, a menudo por ser inesperado, impresionante o alarmante.

Describes something that is very surprising, shocking, or alarming.

1. Surprising or shockingB2formal

   So remarkably different or sudden as to cause momentary shock or alarm.

   Sorprendente o alarmante

   • The news of his resignation was startling to everyone.
   • She made a startling discovery in the old library.
   • The sudden change in temperature was quite startling.

   Sinónimosalarmingastonishingastoundingextraordinaryjoltingshockingstaggeringstunningsurprisingunexpected

   Antónimoscommonplaceexpectedordinarypredictableunsurprising

• Verbo que significa causar a alguien una repentina sensación de miedo o sorpresa, generalmente debido a algo inesperado; también puede significar asombrar o impresionar fuertemente.

A verb used to indicate the act of causing someone to feel sudden shock or surprise, often by an unexpected event or action.

1. Surprise or alarm suddenlyB1formal

   To cause a person or animal to feel sudden shock or alarm, often resulting in a quick movement.

   asustar sobresaltando

   • The loud thunder startled the dog.
   • She was startled by a sudden knock on the door.
   • The unexpected news startled everyone in the room.

   Sinónimosalarmdismayflusterfrightenjoltpanicperturbscareshockstunsurpriseunsettle

   Antónimoscalmcomfortreassuresoothe

2. Stimulate to actionB2formal

   To jolt someone into sudden awareness or activity, often breaking a state of inaction.

   Sacudir a la acción

   • The alarm clock startled him out of a deep sleep.
   • Her sharp comment startled him into responding.
   • The crisis startled the government into taking immediate measures.

   Sinónimosgalvanizejoltprodrouseshockspurstir

   Antónimoscalmlullpacifysoothe

3. Move suddenly in surpriseB1formal

   To make a quick, involuntary movement as a reaction to something unexpected.

   Sobresaltarse

   • He startled back when the snake appeared.
   • The cat startled at the sound of a falling vase.
   • She startled and dropped her book when the phone rang.

   Sinónimosflinchjerkjumpstarttwitchwince