mind-boggling

adjective

ˈmīn(d)-ˌbä-g(ə-)liŋ How to pronounce mind-boggling (audio)
Definition of mind-bogglingnext
as in breathtaking
causing great emotional or mental stimulation a big-box store with a mind-boggling array of home-improvement supplies for the do-it-yourselfer

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Recent Examples of mind-boggling The work done on the station is impressive, but this system is just as mind-boggling. — Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 23 June 2026 The fake outrage over fans saying not-so-nice things to a professional athlete has been mind-boggling. — Zach Dean Outkick, FOXNews.com, 22 June 2026 The hill behind the final green will be a sea of people, all hoping to witness some magic like Jordan Spieth’s bunker blast or Harris English’s marathon eight-hole playoff win over Kramer Hickok or someone trying to challenge Jim Furyk’s mind-boggling round of 58. — Nick Pietruszkiewicz, Hartford Courant, 21 June 2026 Stop at the pullouts for mind-boggling views of the Snake Valley below and countless peaks, plus access to popular trailheads. — Taryn Shorr-McKee, Travel + Leisure, 21 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for mind-boggling
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mind-boggling
  1. breathtaking
  2. exciting
  3. interesting
  4. intriguing
  5. thrilling
Adjective
  • The first sequence plays out with breathtaking suspense, the second with wrenching tragedy; the difference is calibrated by the composer Ludwig Göransson, whose score pulses with mournful dissonance and martial fury.
    — Justin Chang, New Yorker, 17 July 2026
  • There was extreme velocity, incredible power and breathtaking speed.
    — Chad Jennings, New York Times, 16 July 2026
Definition of breathtaking
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  • The King vs the Prince The clash of styles is one subplot but arguably not as exciting as the prospect of Messi coming up against Lamine Yamal.
    — Ben Church, CNN Money, 19 July 2026
  • After a month of adrenaline-pumping action, the 2026 FIFA World Cup draws to a close this weekend with two exciting finals.
    — Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 18 July 2026
Definition of exciting
Adjective
  • Among the most interesting pendant necklaces of summer 2026, fish stand out.
    — Selene Oliva, Glamour, 18 July 2026
  • But that doesn’t mean your arrangement should be any less interesting or beautiful.
    — Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 18 July 2026
Definition of interesting
Adjective
  • For a variety of reasons, three intriguing All-Stars — the Colorado Rockies’ Hunter Goodman, Athletics’ Shea Langeliers and Baltimore Orioles switch-hitter Adley Rutschman — are less likely to move.
    — Ken Rosenthal, New York Times, 21 July 2026
  • One Expert’s Tips for Fitness Over 40 While trends and the latest gadgets are intriguing, your biggest fitness wins will come from the basics.
    — Jenessa Connor, Health, 20 July 2026
Definition of intriguing
Adjective
  • That was the call in the 106th minute of a thrilling World Cup Final match that saw Spain best Argentina, 1-0.
    — Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 20 July 2026
  • In addition to the three WNBA games, the World Cup semifinals brought a thrilling finish, with Lionel Messi creating two last-ditch scoring opportunities, cashed in by teammates as Argentina stunned England.
    — Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 19 July 2026
Definition of thrilling

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“Mind-boggling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mind-boggling. Accessed 22 Jul. 2026.

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