B2
shock vs startle vs surprise
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| shockverb/ʃɑːk/ | Meaning to surprise and upset someone very much | Goes with shocked by | Example I was shocked by how expensive rent is in the city center. |
| startleverb/ˈstɑːr.təl/ | Meaning to give someone a sudden shock or fright, usually a small one | Goes with be startled by | Example The loud noise startled the horse and it ran away. |
| surprisenoun/sərˈpraɪz/ | Meaning Something sudden that you did not expect. | Goes with — | Example The party was a complete surprise to her, and she cried with joy. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
Loud music can animals living near the road.