What is another word for startle response?
Pronunciation: [stˈɑːtə͡l ɹɪspˈɒns] (IPA) 
The "startle response" is a natural reflex reaction that occurs in response to a sudden or unexpected stimulus. However, there are many other synonyms for this term. Some of these include the "fight or flight response," the "startle reaction," the "surprise reaction," the "startle reflex," the "startle mechanism," and the "startle effect." These terms are all used to describe the same involuntary physiological reaction that occurs in response to a sudden or unexpected stimulus. The startle response is a vital part of our survival mechanism, but it can also be triggered by non-threatening stimuli, such as loud noises or sudden movements.
