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    Amazement

    /əˈmeɪzmənt/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    a feeling of great surprise or wonder.
    She stared in amazement at the beautiful sunset.
    a state of being filled with astonishment.
    The audience gasped in amazement at the magician's final trick.
    a reaction to something unexpected and extraordinary.
    His performance left the critics in amazement.
    the condition of being amazed; astonishment.
    In amazement, he realized he had just won the lottery.

    Etymology

    Late Middle English, from 'amaze' + '-ment' suffix.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    in amazement
    Feeling or showing great surprise.
    to one's amazement
    To someone's great surprise.
    look of amazement
    An expression showing surprise.

    Related Words

    amaze
    To cause to feel wonder.
    astonish
    To surprise greatly.
    wonder
    A feeling of amazement and admiration.

    Slang Meanings

    Mind-blowing
    The show was absolutely mind-blowing; I couldn't believe my eyes!
    Jaw-dropping
    That was a jaw-dropping performance!