Library / English Dictionary

    STARTLE RESPONSE

    Pronunciation (US): Play  (GB): Play

     I. (noun) 

    Sense 1

    Meaning:

    A complicated involuntary reaction to a sudden unexpected stimulus (especially a loud noise); involves flexion of most skeletal muscles and a variety of visceral reactionsplay

    Synonyms:

    startle reaction; startle response

    Classified under:

    Nouns denoting acts or actions

    Hypernyms ("startle response" is a kind of...):

    jump; start; startle (a sudden involuntary movement)

    Credits


    © 1991-2023 The Titi Tudorancea Bulletin | Titi Tudorancea® is a Registered Trademark | Terms of use and privacy policy
    Contact