Feeling "Surprised" - Flashcard set (with images)
Surprised
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: having or showing the feeling that people get when something unexpected or unusual happens : feeling or showing surprise
She had a surprised expression on her face.
Are you surprised that they aren’t going?
I’m not surprised. I always thought he would do it.
I am surprised to hear about the changes.
They seemed very surprised to see us.
I wasn’t at all surprised by the news.
You would be surprised at how much things have changed.
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Startled
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: to surprise or frighten (someone) suddenly and usually not seriously
The noise startled me.
I’m sorry that I startled you.
I was startled by the noise.
He was startled to discover he knew the answer.
She was startled into wakefulness by a loud noise.
: to move or jump suddenly because something surprises you or frightens you
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Confused
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: unable to understand or think clearly
I’ve never been so confused.
We’re confused about what to do next.
: difficult to understand : not clearly organized, expressed, etc.
He gave a confused speech denying the accusations.
My feelings were hopelessly confused. [=jumbled]
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Amazed
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: feeling or showing great surprise
The magician performed before a crowd of amazed spectators.
There was an amazed expression on her face.
His friends were amazed [=stunned, dumbfounded] when he said that he was getting married.
We were amazed [=astonished, astounded] that no one was injured in the accident.
I’m amazed that no one noticed the error.
You’ll be amazed at how easy it can be.
They were amazed at/by the size of the place.
They were amazed to discover that their grandmother had been a professional dancer.
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Excited
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: very enthusiastic and eager about something
They were excited about/over the trip.
We were excited (to hear) that they were getting married.
The children were excited before the school play.
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Shocked
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: something unexpected that causes a sudden usually unpleasant or upsetting feeling — usually singular
Seeing his parents at the rock concert was a shock.
Her death came as a shock to the family.
It came as quite a shock.
It is something of a shock to learn/discover that she is guilty.
: a state in which you are experiencing a sudden usually unpleasant or upsetting feeling because of something unexpected
She stood there in shock as he told her what had happened.
They were in a state of shock after hearing the news. = They were in shock over the news.
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Dismayed
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: to cause (someone) to feel very worried, disappointed, or upset
Her choice of career dismays her parents.
What especially dismayed [=upset, bothered] me was that no one else protested.
She was very dismayed to learn/discover that he was so ill.
I was dismayed by/at his indifference.
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Disillusioned
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: having lost faith or trust in something
: disappointed that something is not as good, valuable, true, etc., as it had seemed
a disillusioned journalist
She became more and more disillusioned with politics.
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Perplexed
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: unable to understand something clearly or to think clearly : confused
He gave her a perplexed look.
The explanation left me thoroughly perplexed.
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Astonished
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: feeling or showing great surprise or wonder : amazed, astounded
I was astonished by/at all the changes in the town’s appearance.
I’m astonished that you could behave so selfishly.
They were astonished to see that their car had been stolen.
The announcement was greeted with astonished laughter.
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Awe
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: a strong feeling of fear or respect and also wonder
It was a sight that filled me with awe and reverence.
a person who inspires feelings of awe in others
an awe-inspiring sight
We watched in awe as the building collapsed.
They stared in awe at their hero.
She is still in awe of her teacher.
I stand in awe of their courage.
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Eager
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: very excited and interested
an eager student
eager enthusiasm/anticipation
: feeling a strong and impatient desire to do something or for something
She was eager to get started.
They were eager to hear the latest news. = They were eager for the latest news.
The crowd was eager for more.
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Energetic
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:having or showing a lot of energy
She has an energetic personality.
The children are energetic workers.
: involving a lot of effort
They mounted an energetic campaign.
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