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astonish
[uh-ston-ish]
verb (used with object)
to fill with sudden and overpowering surprise or wonder; amaze.
Her easy humor and keen intellect astonished me.
Synonyms: , ,
astonish
/ əˈɒɪʃ /
verb
(tr) to fill with amazement; surprise greatly
Other Word Forms
- astonisher noun
- superastonish verb
Word History and Origins
Origin of astonish1
Word History and Origins
Origin of astonish1
Synonym Study
Example Sentences
It capped an astonishing week for the mother-of-two, who dropped just one set across seven matches in nine days.
The judges called the book an "astonishing debut... a masterful blend of history, suspense and historical authenticity".
"That is an astonishing industrial failure from the SNP."
On Sunday, the Tony Awards paid homage to the astonishing array of acting talent that drew audiences back to the theater.
It was an attack of astonishing ingenuity – unprecedented, broad, and 18 months in the making.
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