English · Emotions & Feelings

amazed

əˈmeɪzd

[əˈmeɪzd]

greatly surprised

Beginneradjective

Definition

Filled with wonder or astonishment.

Example

We were amazed by the magician's tricks.

We were amazed by the magician's tricks.

Etymology

From 'amaze', from Old English 'amasian' meaning 'to confound, bewilder'.

How & Where It’s Used

Describes the person filled with wonder.

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