1
to be surprised;to be taken aback;to be amazed;to be astonished;to be shocked
知事は委員会の反応に驚いた。
The governor was surprised by the commission's response.
2
to be frightened;to be startled;to be alarmed
町の人々は地震に大変驚いた。
The townsfolk were frightened by the earthquake.
Other forms
愕く 【おどろく】 (rarely used kanji form) · 駭く 【おどろく】 (rarely used kanji form)