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- pronunciation:
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- Word Combinations (adjective)
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| definition 1: |
causing one to move suddenly or involuntarily because loud, sudden, or unexpected.
a startling scream- synonyms:
- jarring, shocking
- similar words:
- explosive, frightening
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| definition 2: |
alarming, surprising, or taking aback.
There had been a startling change in his demeanor, from proud and confident to sullen and defeated.We saw birds of a startling beauty.- antonyms:
- subtle
- similar words:
- breathtaking
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