Amazed

/əˈmeɪzd/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Greatly surprised; filled with wonder or astonishment.

She was amazed by the breathtaking view from the top of the mountain.

Having a feeling of great surprise or wonder.

The audience was amazed by the magician's incredible tricks.

Experiencing a strong emotion of surprise.

I was amazed to learn that a simple act of kindness can change someone's day.

Expressing or showing a high degree of admiration.

He looked amazed as he watched the fireworks explode in the night sky.

Being in a state of astonishment.

The children were amazed to see the animals at the zoo up close.

Middle English 'amased', from 'a-' (on) + 'maze' (to confuse)

amazed by

feeling or showing great surprise or wonder about something.

left amazed

to have been so surprised that one cannot react immediately.

amazed at

to express great astonishment regarding something.

astonish

to fill with wonder; to surprise.

astound

to shock or greatly surprise.

blown away

I was totally blown away by that performance!

mind-blown

That news left me totally mind-blown!