Amaze

/əˈmeɪz/

Meaning & Definition

verb
to cause someone to feel great surprise or wonder.
The magician's incredible tricks never fail to amaze the audience.
to overwhelm with wonder or astonishment.
The beauty of the sunset amazed everyone on the beach.
to fill with astonishment.
Her talent for painting amazed her teachers.
to surprise greatly; to astound.
I was amazed by how quickly he solved the problem.

Etymology

Middle English 'amazen', from 'a-' (on) + 'maze' (to confuse or bewilder).

Common Phrases and Expressions

nothing short of amazing
Used to describe something that is extraordinarily impressive.
amaze and confuse
To bewilder someone as well as impress them.

Related Words

amazement
A feeling of great surprise or wonder.
amazing
Causing great surprise or wonder; astonishing.

Slang Meanings

To blow someone's mind.
That movie just blew my mind!
To freak out.
The news about the concert lineup totally freaked me out!