惊
startle; shock; bolt
Meanings
3 senses · 14 examplesverb
to startle; to shock; to be surprised
Refers to the psychological reaction to a sudden event.
This is an unexpected pleasant surprise.
Seeing that snake, I was trembling with fear.
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His sudden arrival surprised us.
The child was startled by the sudden thunder.
I was shocked to hear the news of his death.
verb
to alarm; to disturb; to startle (an animal or person)
Refers to the action of causing a disturbance or alerting someone/something.
Sorry to disturb you.
Don't speak loudly to avoid disturbing the neighbors.
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Walk softly when you get home at night; don't wake the sleeping child.
Sudden gunshots flushed the birds from the woods.
verb
(of a horse or mule) to bolt; to panic and run wild
Specifically used for animals, especially horses, panicking.
The horse was startled and ran around wildly.
Be careful, this horse startles easily.
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The sound of firecrackers startled the mule.
Hold tight when riding to prevent being thrown if the horse bolts.
The startled carriage charged into the crowd.