1
as in amazed
affected with sudden and great wonder or surprise
were astounded to realize that we were holding the winning lottery ticket
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as in astonished
filled with amazement or wonder
the astounded look on the tourists' faces when the police ordered them to leave the country immediately
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as in surprised
to make a strong impression on (someone) with something unexpected
it astounds me that you flew all the way out here just for my birthday
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Recent Examples of astounded
Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 3 Feb. 2025
Internet users were astounded by the new and improved look, which has led to an overwhelming positive response.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Feb. 2025
The Watch What Happens Live host proceeded to ask about the current season of Real Housewives of Beverly Hills while Cooper, 57, was astounded by Hamm's deep knowledge of the reality TV franchise.
—Marina Watts, People.com, 1 Jan. 2025
The sobbing in some of the interviews has left spectators a bit astounded.
—Daniel D'addario, Variety, 2 Jan. 2025
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Adjective
Last summer, North Carolina locals were astounded by a rare but entirely natural phenomenon that caused the ocean along the Crystal Coast to sparkle with a brilliant blue radiance that folks previously only associated with places like the Bahamas or Turks and Caicos.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 3 Feb. 2025
Internet users were astounded by the new and improved look, which has led to an overwhelming positive response.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Feb. 2025
The Watch What Happens Live host proceeded to ask about the current season of Real Housewives of Beverly Hills while Cooper, 57, was astounded by Hamm's deep knowledge of the reality TV franchise.
—Marina Watts, People.com, 1 Jan. 2025
The sobbing in some of the interviews has left spectators a bit astounded.
—Daniel D'addario, Variety, 2 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for astounded
Adjective
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But looking up at the windows, the friends were amazed by how much — including the memories — remained.—
Caroline Kubzansky,
Chicago Tribune,
10 May 2025
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His recent haul of sports cards drew thousands of upvotes and hundreds of amazed comments.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 May 2025
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The car accident on the interstate was minor, Mr. Starr said, with no injuries or damage, perhaps caused by astonished drivers rubbernecking.—
Victor Mather,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2025
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Tucker Wetmore is still a little astonished by his success.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
3 Sep. 2019
Verb
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For the coveted shoot, the Olympic athlete stunned in a variety of looks.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
3 Jan. 2025
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However, most were stunned at Dawn's story.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
3 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Merz, visibly shocked, rose to confer with colleagues.—
Kirsti Knolle,
USA Today,
7 May 2025
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The co-worker’s laughter turned into a shocked expression after seeing the winning ticket.—
Mike Stunson,
Kansas City Star,
6 May 2025
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This year, don’t be surprised if the company’s new Orlando theme park Epic Universe gets a mention, or perhaps Disney’s new project in Abu Dhabi.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
12 May 2025
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And while Neon and A24 will always be competitive, the agent wouldn’t be surprised to see others looking to get in that race.—
Brian Welk,
IndieWire,
12 May 2025
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“Astounded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/astounded. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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