startling meaning
UK US /ˈstɑrtlɪŋ/ 2 syllables
startling (adjective): so remarkably different or sudden as to cause momentary shock or alarm.
Definition of startling
- so remarkably different or sudden as to cause momentary shock or alarm
- Sydney's startling new Opera House
- startling news
- startling earthquake shocks
Similar: surprising
How to pronounce startling
startling is pronounced /ˈstɑrtlɪŋ/ in American English. It has 2 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.
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