Synonyms of stupefying

stupefying 1 of 2

adjective

as in surprising

causing a strong emotional reaction because of unexpectedness

the stupefying figures for poverty and starvation in some parts of the reputedly rich country

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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

stupefying

2 of 2

verb

present participle of stupefy

as in amazing

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

stupefied by the ruling that he could not compete because he missed the qualifying age by two days

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of stupefying

Verb

Sometimes sweaty, sometimes sneering, often grandiose, and always conflicted, this Hansen presents the actor with a marvelous opportunity to demonstrate his stupefying range. — Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 14 Sep. 2026

Starting with a tone-setting marvel early, Room contorted and unfurled himself to 15 saves — including several other stupefying ones. — Kansas City Star, 21 June 2026

How will his writing team metabolize the stupefying scene at this year’s BAFTAs into his routine? — Doreen St. Félix, New Yorker, 28 Feb. 2026

The Miami Hurricanes are at home, while the entire state of Indiana – save for some in West Lafayette – is content to abandon their homes to enjoy this unexpectedly stupefying playoff march. — Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 10 Jan. 2026

Dark times shade even darker, and yet through it all, in ways both uplifting and stupefying, life goes on. — Julia Hass, Literary Hub, 23 Sep. 2025

The popularity Nirvana gained at stupefying speed and unmanageable proportions in 1991 is impossible to replicate in the culture and music industry of 2025. — Chris R. Morgan, The Washington Examiner, 22 Aug. 2025

As attractive as the idea has been, various analog AI schemes have not delivered in a way that could really take a bite out of AI’s stupefying energy appetite. — IEEE Spectrum, 2 June 2025

It’s been 25 years since Ulysse Nardin unveiled the Freak, with a stupefying seven-person parade a day before the 2001 Baselworld fair. — Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019