Atónita (en. Stunned)

/aˈtonita/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
It refers to a person who is in a state of astonishment or bewilderment.
She was astonished upon hearing the unexpected news.
Estaba atónita al escuchar la noticia inesperada.
Showing astonishment or disbelief.
Her astonished expression revealed her surprise at the gift.
Su expresión atónita revelaba su sorpresa ante el regalo.
Impressed or stunned, usually by something unexpected.
She was astonished when she saw the incredible show.
Quedó atónita al ver el increíble espectáculo.

Etymology

It derives from the verb 'atónito', which comes from the Latin 'attonitus', meaning 'terrified', 'astonished'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be astonished
To react with extreme surprise.
quedarse atónita
to look astonished
To see with great astonishment or disbelief.
mirar atónita
I am astonished
Expression of surprise in response to a situation.
estoy atónita

Related Words

atónito
State of surprise or astonishment, generally temporary.
atónito
astonishment
Feeling of surprise caused by something unexpected.
asombro
surprise
Reaction to an unexpected event.
sorpresa

Slang Meanings

To be in shock or amazement.
When she found out, she was astonished, as if she had seen a ghost.
Cuando se enteró, quedó atónita, como si hubiera visto un fantasma.
To be impressed by something out of the ordinary.
The performance was so good that everyone was astonished.
La actuación fue tan buena que todas quedaron atónitas.