rattled
adj. B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈɹætəɫd// UK //ɹˈætəld// rat·tled
adj. feeling nervous, worried, or confused after something unexpected happens. You feel this way when a situation makes you lose your confidence.
adj. feeling nervous, unsettled, or disconcerted by a sudden event or realization. Often used predicatively after linking verbs like 'feel', 'look', or 'seem'.
She felt rattled after the loud argument.
The experienced politician looked visibly rattled when the reporter asked about the missing funds.
Despite his usual composure, the sudden collapse of the stock market left the investor feeling rattled and unsure of his next move.
Usage
Often follows a linking verb; can also be used as a past participle in passive constructions.