Question

taken aback. (phrasal verb)​

Answer 1

Phrasal verbs refer to a phrase consisting of a verb and another element, typically either an adverb, as in break down, or a preposition, for example see to, or a combination of both, such as look down on.

Here, taken aback menas to shock or surprise someone or be shocked or surprised.

Example: Ashok was taken aback after hearing the exam results.