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Amazement - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Amazement is a feeling of great surprise or wonder, often caused by something unexpected or extraordinary. It describes a state of being stunned or awestruck by what one sees or experiences.

amazement

/əˈmeɪzmənt/ /əˈmeɪzmənt/

Definition:

A feeling of great surprise or wonder.

Synonyms:

astonishment, awe, wonder, surprise

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

indifference, boredom

Common Collocations:

utter amazement, look of amazement, filled with amazement, sense of amazement, stare in amazement

Derivatives:

amazed, amazing, amazingly

Usage Tips:

Use "amazement" to describe strong reactions to unexpected or impressive events.

Common Phrases:

to someone's amazement, in wide-eyed amazement, gasp in amazement

Etymology:

Derived from Middle English "amasen," meaning to confuse or astonish, influenced by Old English "āmasian."

Examples:

  • 1. Her eyes widened in amazement at the magic trick.
  • 2. The crowd watched in amazement as the fireworks lit up the sky.
  • 3. To my amazement, he solved the puzzle in seconds.
  • 4. She gasped with amazement when she saw the surprise party.

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