Which word means 'very surprising'?

• A. Exhilarating
• B. Startling
• C. Haggard
• D. Disoriented

Answer: (B)

Understanding how a word describes surprise helps you pick the right option. Startling is the fit here because it conveys something that happens suddenly and catches you off guard, causing a quick sense of astonishment or shock. That sharp, abrupt surprise is exactly what “very surprising” implies.

Exhilarating, while related to strong positive feelings, centers on excitement and thrill rather than the surprise of an abrupt event. Haggard describes appearance or condition—tired, worn out—not surprise. Disoriented means confused about one’s direction or situation, which again isn’t about surprise.

So, a startling moment or discovery best matches the meaning of “very surprising” because it emphasizes that sudden, unexpected impact.