Meaning & Definition of word "Amazement"
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Amazement
/əˈmeɪzmənt/
noun:
- 1. a feeling of great surprise or wonder.
- Example: She stared in amazement at the beautiful sunset.
- 2. a state of being filled with astonishment.
- Example: The audience gasped in amazement at the magician's final trick.
- 3. a reaction to something unexpected and extraordinary.
- Example: His performance left the critics in amazement.
- 4. the condition of being amazed; astonishment.
- Example: 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 of amazement
Meaning: Mind-blowing
Example Sentence: The show was absolutely mind-blowing; I couldn't believe my eyes!
Meaning: Jaw-dropping
Example Sentence: That was a jaw-dropping performance!