startling
/ˈstɑrtlɪŋ/
adjective
- Very surprising, shocking, or alarming.
- The scientist made a startling discovery about the ancient ruins.
- It was startling to see how much the city had changed in just one year.
- The sudden drop in temperature was startling for everyone at the picnic.
Antonyms
noun
- The act or instance of causing sudden surprise or shock.
- His constant startlings at small noises made him seem nervous.
- The startlings of the audience during the horror movie were audible.
- The cat's startlings at every shadow kept the family amused.