1
as in amazed
affected with sudden and great wonder or surprise
was flabbergasted when we heard she was moving out of the state
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2
as in wondering
filled with amazement or wonder
responded to the news of his arrival with a flabbergasted gasp
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as in surprised
to make a strong impression on (someone) with something unexpected
your decision to suddenly quit your job flabbergasts me
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Recent Examples of flabbergasted
Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 3 July 2025
Few in cable news media can boast of such a tenuous understanding of American politics, as evidenced by Reid’s flabbergasted reaction to Donald Trump’s 2024 defeat of Kamala Harris.
—Becket Adams, National Review, 2 Mar. 2025
In a video shared on Miss America’s Instagram page, Stockard appeared flabbergasted as she was crowned the victor.
—Gabrielle Rockson, People.com, 6 Jan. 2025
Rowe was repeatedly asked by flabbergasted lawmakers how glaring and elementary security failings were allowed to happen, including communications difficulties between the Secret Service and local law enforcement, as well as the lax security of the rally perimeter.
—Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 5 Dec. 2024
Vinicius looked flabbergasted when referee Jesus Valenzuela produced a yellow card — one that means he will now be suspended for Brazil’s quarterfinal date with Uruguay.
—Jack Lang, The Athletic, 2 July 2024
The channel’s flabbergasted hosts, played by Heidi Gardner and Mikey Day, try their best to steer away from the fact that the cookie is a boob.
—Rima Parikh, Vulture, 20 Oct. 2024
Fans were left flabbergasted at the idea Kanye would be done with music.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 9 July 2024
When someone inside the home answered the door, the flabbergasted driver tried to explain what happened.
—Stephen Sorace, Fox News, 10 June 2024
Adjective
An enthralling photo of Shelton knelling on one knee holding out a ring toward a flabbergasted Berdomas has over 15 million views on X largely due to the massive twister behind them.
—Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 3 July 2025
Few in cable news media can boast of such a tenuous understanding of American politics, as evidenced by Reid’s flabbergasted reaction to Donald Trump’s 2024 defeat of Kamala Harris.
—Becket Adams, National Review, 2 Mar. 2025
In a video shared on Miss America’s Instagram page, Stockard appeared flabbergasted as she was crowned the victor.
—Gabrielle Rockson, People.com, 6 Jan. 2025
Rowe was repeatedly asked by flabbergasted lawmakers how glaring and elementary security failings were allowed to happen, including communications difficulties between the Secret Service and local law enforcement, as well as the lax security of the rally perimeter.
—Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 5 Dec. 2024
Vinicius looked flabbergasted when referee Jesus Valenzuela produced a yellow card — one that means he will now be suspended for Brazil’s quarterfinal date with Uruguay.
—Jack Lang, The Athletic, 2 July 2024
The channel’s flabbergasted hosts, played by Heidi Gardner and Mikey Day, try their best to steer away from the fact that the cookie is a boob.
—Rima Parikh, Vulture, 20 Oct. 2024
Fans were left flabbergasted at the idea Kanye would be done with music.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 9 July 2024
When someone inside the home answered the door, the flabbergasted driver tried to explain what happened.
—Stephen Sorace, Fox News, 10 June 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flabbergasted
Adjective
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Cheyenne Graham welcomed her son Louis in 2024, and since then, she's been amazed by how patient her dachshund Cooper has remained.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 July 2025
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The organization’s chairperson, Martha Farrell, was amazed by the resilience of the glass bottle as well as that of the couple responsible for setting it afloat.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
11 July 2025
Adjective
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In what seems like a parody of a ritual that exists mostly in the imagination of cartoonists, the proposal requires the gentleman to be on his knees offering an astonished lady a box containing a ring.—
Judith Martin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
2 June 2025
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And the writer’s astonished eyes answer: yes, that was me.—
Jayson Greene,
Time,
17 June 2025
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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Regardless, artists such as Kristin Chenoweth and Rachel Zegler are shocked.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
18 July 2025
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The chance rediscovery of the little spotted kiwi, not seen on the mainland since 1978 both shocked and delighted conservationists.—
Lauren Liebhaber
July 16,
Miami Herald,
16 July 2025
Adjective
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Starting Jets center Joe Tippmann was one of those surprised people, but Glenn called Tippmann shortly after the deal was made to explain his thinking.—
Antwan Staley,
New York Daily News,
23 July 2025
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Based on the findings, don’t be surprised if there are more lessons to be learned from the tragedy.—
Edward Segal,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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“Flabbergasted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flabbergasted. Accessed 31 Jul. 2025.
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