Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Startling.
Startling - as an adjective satellite
So remarkably different or sudden as to cause momentary shock or alarm
Example: "Sydney's startling new opera house"
Startling - as a verb
To move suddenly, or be excited, on feeling alarm; to start.
Example: "A horse that startles easily"
To excite by sudden alarm, surprise, or apprehension; to frighten suddenly and not seriously; to alarm; to surprise.
To deter; to cause to deviate.
Startling - as a noun
A startle; a sudden motion or shock.
Startling - as an adjective
Likely to startle; surprising; shocking.
Example Sentences
"The startling news of the plane crash left everyone in shock."
"The movie had a startling twist that no one saw coming."
"The sudden thunder and lightning were startling for the young children."
"He made a startling discovery while searching through the old documents."
"The startling resemblance between the two sisters amazed everyone."
Word Game Points
Is STARTLING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, startling is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
STARTLING has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is STARTLING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, startling is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSTARTLING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is STARTLING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, startling is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSTARTLING has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
