STARTLE Meaning of STARTLE in English I . v. n. Shrink, wince, flinch, start. II . v. a. 1.Frighten, fright, affright, alarm, shock.2.Strike with wonder, surprise, astonish, astound, amaze. III . n. Shock, start. Soule. Dictionary of English synonyms. Словарь английских синонимов. 2012