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- Dictionaryrat·tle/ˈrad(ə)l/
verb
- 1. make or cause to make a rapid succession of short, sharp knocking sounds, typically as a result of shaking and striking repeatedly against a hard surface or object: "he rattled some change in his pocket" Similar
- 2. cause (someone) to feel nervous, worried, or irritated: informal "she turned quickly, rattled by his presence" Similar
noun
- 1. a rapid succession of short, sharp, hard sounds: "the rattle of teacups on the tray" Similar
- 2. a thing used to make a rattling sound.
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Learn the various meanings and uses of the word rattle, as a verb, noun, or adjective. Find synonyms, examples, etymology, and related phrases for rattle.
Rattled means worried or nervous, especially when something unexpected happens. Learn how to use this informal adjective in different contexts and see synonyms and translations.
rattled. Someone who's rattled feels confused and upset. If you're easily rattled, you might want to think twice before taking a job as a lifeguard at a busy swimming pool. When you're rattled, you're shaken and maybe a little fearful.
Rattle can be a noun or a verb that means a sound or an action of quickly repeated knocks. It can also refer to a toy, a device, or a part of a snake that makes a rattling noise.
To cause to make a quick succession of short percussive sounds: rattled the dishes in the kitchen. 2. To utter or perform rapidly or effortlessly: rattled off a list of complaints.
Rattled means disconcerted, unnerved, or flustered, especially by something unexpected or shocking. It can also mean to talk rapidly or to make a rattling sound. See examples, translations, and related words.
Rattled means disconcerted or unnerved, often caused by something unexpected or stressful. See how to use this adjective in sentences from The Guardian and other sources.
