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Synonyms & Similar Words
shaken
disturbed
upset
perturbed
flustered
disconcerted
unnerved
intimidated
frightened
scared
alarmed
startled
shocked
horrified
terrified
dismayed
disillusioned
disappointed
depressed
anxious
uneasy
nervous
jittery
on edge
fazed
thrown
taken aback
caught off guard
stunned
bewildered
perplexed
baffled
confused
addled
muddled
befuddled
flummoxed
nonplussed
discomfited
uncomfortable
ill at ease
Meaning of Rattled
The primary meaning of the word "Rattled" is to be shocked, upset, or intimidated, often to the point of being unable to think or act clearly.
Definitions
- Past tense and past participle of the verb "rattle", meaning to make or cause a rapid succession of short, loud sounds, or to shock or intimidate someone.
- * Feeling shocked, upset, or intimidated, often to the point of being unable to think or act clearly.
Etymology of Rattled
The word "Rattled" originates from the verb "rattle", which has its roots in Old English "hrætan" or "hrættan", meaning to make a loud, sharp noise, and Middle English "rattelen", meaning to make a rapid succession of short, loud sounds.
Historically, the word "rattle" was used to describe the sound of loose objects striking against each other, and later, its meaning expanded to include the idea of being shocked or intimidated.
Example Uses
- She was rattled by the news of the accident and couldn't concentrate on her work.
- * The loud noise rattled the windows and startled the children.
- * He was rattled by the aggressive behavior of the other driver and decided to avoid confrontation.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
calm
composed
serene
tranquil
peaceful
unflappable
unruffled
imperturbable
stoic
steadfast
firm
resolute
confident
self-assured
poised
collected
level-headed
clear-headed
lucid
coherent
unfazed
unshaken
unwavering
untroubled
undisturbed
unbothered
unconcerned