Synonyms of amazing

amazing 1 of 2

adjective

ə-ˈmā-ziŋ 

1

as in surprising

causing a strong emotional reaction because of unexpectedness

it was rather amazing that the store let me return the sweater after I'd worn and even washed it

Synonyms & Similar Words

• surprising
• startling
• stunning
• wonderful
• shocking
• incredible
• astonishing
• awesome
• breathtaking
• astounding
• unexpected
• stupefying
• miraculous
• jaw-dropping
• spectacular
• jolting
• extraordinary
• flabbergasting
• dumbfounding
• awful
• jarring
• remarkable
• unusual
• stupendous
• impressive
• staggering
• eye-opening
• marvelous
• wondrous
• unbelievable
• phenomenal
• blindsiding
• outstanding
• fabulous
• sublime
• uncommon
• unanticipated
• unforeseen
• unlikely
• confusing
• sensational
• prodigious
• unimaginable
• perplexing
• rare
• inconceivable
• upsetting
• incomprehensible
• unthinkable
• dismaying
• noticeable
• confounding
• disconcerting
• striking
• portentous
• notable
• unique
• unannounced
• bewildering
• conspicuous
• heart-stopping
• befuddling
• discomfiting
• unwonted
• nonplussing
• muddling
• singular
• flustering

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• normal
• common
• ordinary
• typical
• unsurprising
• usual
• customary
• mundane
• unremarkable
• unexceptional

2

as in wonderful

causing wonder or astonishment

the amazing feats of the circus acrobats simply enthralled the audience

Synonyms & Similar Words

• wonderful
• astonishing
• miraculous
• incredible
• surprising
• marvelous
• stunning
• awesome
• sublime
• extraordinary
• staggering
• impressive
• remarkable
• stupendous
• fabulous
• wondrous
• spectacular
• astounding
• prodigious
• interesting
• awful
• fascinating
• unbelievable
• unusual
• outstanding
• unique
• portentous
• exciting
• eye-opening
• phenomenal
• unimaginable
• inconceivable
• rare
• enchanting
• incomprehensible
• unthinkable
• uncommon
• striking
• attractive
• charming
• noticeable
• notable
• attracting
• sensational
• conspicuous
• entertaining
• unwonted
• enlightening
• alluring
• mind-blowing
• singular
• mind-boggling
• smashing
• enthralling
• mind-bending
• beguiling
• invigorating
• energizing
• captivating
• bewitching
• stimulating
• animating
• enlivening
• galvanizing

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• unremarkable
• unimpressive
• tedious
• boring
• normal
• typical
• ordinary
• uninteresting
• uninspiring
• common
• usual
• monotonous
• tiring
• dull
• uninspired
• weary
• mundane
• customary
• wearisome
• unexceptional
• exhausting
• wearying
• draining
• fatiguing
• debilitating
• discouraging
• wearing
• disheartening
• jading
• demoralizing
• dispiriting
• enervating
• enfeebling

amazing

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verb

present participle of amaze

as in stunning

to make a strong impression on (someone) with something unexpected

your ability to remember names and faces amazes me

Synonyms & Similar Words

• stunning
• surprising
• astonishing
• shocking
• startling
• astounding
• rocking
• flabbergasting
• dumbfounding
• stupefying
• taking by surprise
• bewildering
• bowling over
• thunderstriking
• perplexing
• confusing
• taking aback
• disconcerting
• befuddling
• flooring
• jarring
• dismaying
• blowing away
• shaking up
• discomfiting
• dazing
• muddling
• blindsiding
• nonplussing
• confounding
• knocking for a loop

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of amazing

Adjective

Yes, and again, having this amazing foundation to start with football, with UFC, with next-day Survivor and Amazing Race. — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 17 Aug. 2026

Give yourself the treat of waking up with amazing hair and skin with this mulberry silk pillowcase, which has over 10,000 glowing reviews at Amazon. — Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 17 Aug. 2026

Verb

In one camp Gao Sheng breaks a cultural norm by helping her father and uncles with a big project, amazing her relatives with her physical and mental strength. — Mary Ann Grossmann, Twin Cities, 18 Jan. 2026