startled

To be greatly surprised.

To be startled in an abrupt and unexpected way.

To be very surprised or shocked.

It is easy to see that someone is startled.

To be slightly surprised.

It is very clear and easy to see that someone is startled.

To be a little surprised.

Indicates being startled for a short period of time.

To be startled for a very brief time.

To be quite surprised.

The most common way to state that someone is startled.

Used to describe someone's facial expression as being startled.

Used to describe someone who seems startled.

Indicates an impression that someone is startled.

Used when someone's voice indicates they are startled.

Used to indicate the agent or event that caused someone to be startled.

Used to indicate the cause of being startled, often an idea or a sight.