Meaning & Definition of word "Amazing"

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    Amazing

    /əˈmeɪ.zɪŋ/

    adjective:

    • 1. Causing great surprise or wonder; astonishing.
      • Example: The magician's performance was so amazing that the audience was left speechless.
    • 2. Inspiring great admiration; excellent.
      • Example: She has an amazing talent for painting that captivates everyone who sees her work.
    • 3. Extraordinarily good or impressive.
      • Example: The view from the top of the mountain was simply amazing.
    • 4. Unbelievable; hard to believe or comprehend.
      • Example: His amazing journey across the desert took him to places few have ever seen.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'amaze', from Old French 'esmaier' (to amaze, to frighten), from Latin 'exmagare' (to bewilder).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    amazing grace:

    A term often used to describe something that is unexpectedly good or beautiful.

    simply amazing:

    A phrase used to express strong admiration.

    amazing feat:

    A term used to describe an extraordinary achievement.

    Related Words

    amaze:

    To fill with wonder; to astonish.

    amazement:

    A feeling of great surprise or wonder.

    amazingly:

    In an amazing manner.

    Slang Meanings of amazing

    Meaning: Mind-blowing

    Example Sentence: The special effects in that movie were mind-blowing!

    Meaning: Off the charts

    Example Sentence: The party last night was off the charts amazing!

    Meaning: Next level

    Example Sentence: Her cooking skills are next level, absolutely amazing!

    Meaning: Epic

    Example Sentence: That concert was epic, truly amazing!

    Meaning: Fire

    Example Sentence: That new album is fire, it's amazing!