Speechless

/ˈspiːtʃləs/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Unable to speak, typically as a result of strong emotion.

She was speechless with joy when she received the award.

Incapable of expressing oneself due to shock or amazement.

He stood speechless at the unexpected turn of events.

Silenced or rendered mute, either temporarily or permanently.

The news left him speechless, as he could not find the right words to respond.

Derived from Old English 'spēch' (speech) + 'less' (without).

lost for words

unable to think of anything to say due to surprise or emotion.

gobsmacked

astonished; shocked.

at a loss for words

unable to find the right words to express thoughts or feelings.

dumb

unable to speak.

mute

unable or unwilling to speak.

inarticulate

unable to express oneself clearly.

blown away

I was blown away by his talent!

mind blown

After that movie, my mind was blown.