triggered

adjective
UK /ˈtrɪɡ.əd/
US /ˈtrɪɡ.ɚd/

Feeling very upset or angry because something reminded you of a bad thing.

She felt triggered when she heard the loud bang.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. Caused to start working or happening, like a machine or alarm.

The triggered alarm woke everyone in the building.

3. In computing, set off to run by a specific event or action.

The triggered script ran as soon as the file was saved.

4. Having a strong emotional reaction linked to past trauma.

He felt triggered by the argument and needed to step outside.