Meaning & Definition of word "Amaze"

Amaze

/əˈmeɪz/

verb:

  • 1. to cause someone to feel great surprise or wonder.
    • Example: The magician's incredible tricks never fail to amaze the audience.
  • 2. to overwhelm with wonder or astonishment.
    • Example: The beauty of the sunset amazed everyone on the beach.
  • 3. to fill with astonishment.
    • Example: Her talent for painting amazed her teachers.
  • 4. to surprise greatly; to astound.
    • Example: 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 of amaze

Meaning: To blow someone's mind.

Example Sentence: That movie just blew my mind!

Meaning: To freak out.

Example Sentence: The news about the concert lineup totally freaked me out!