1
as in amazed
affected with sudden and great wonder or surprise
was astonished at seeing a cow wandering down Main Street
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as in wondering
filled with amazement or wonder
grandparents astonished at how much their grandchildren had grown in the past year
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as in surprised
to make a strong impression on (someone) with something unexpected
the news that you and she broke up absolutely astonishes me
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Recent Examples of astonished
Alexander Smith, NBC News, 10 Dec. 2024
Outside powers, both those fueling the country’s civil war over the past 13 years and those trying to end it, were left astonished, unsure of what was happening, powerless to affect events, and grappling for an effective response.
—Ned Temko, The Christian Science Monitor, 9 Dec. 2024
Stephen Daw, Billboard, 16 Dec. 2024
Officers were called to reports of a multivehicle collision, but they were astonished to see instead the aftermath of a tornado, including bent utility poles and extensive property damage, Garner said.
—Dennis Romero, NBC News, 15 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
Much of this diaspora has also responded to Assad’s downfall with astonished glee, some rushing to return home.
—Alexander Smith, NBC News, 10 Dec. 2024
Outside powers, both those fueling the country’s civil war over the past 13 years and those trying to end it, were left astonished, unsure of what was happening, powerless to affect events, and grappling for an effective response.
—Ned Temko, The Christian Science Monitor, 9 Dec. 2024
Verb
Trending on Billboard Apparently, behind the scenes, Roan was just as astonished.
—Stephen Daw, Billboard, 16 Dec. 2024
Officers were called to reports of a multivehicle collision, but they were astonished to see instead the aftermath of a tornado, including bent utility poles and extensive property damage, Garner said.
—Dennis Romero, NBC News, 15 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for astonished
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Speaking to the media Sunday after his final round at the Genesis Invitational that Tiger annually hosts, Scheffler seemed amazed at what Woods has been able to accomplish after the level of injuries he's sustained over his career.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
17 Feb. 2025
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Father stunned when stranger pays his restaurant bill A dad having breakfast with his kids was amazed when a stranger out of nowhere took care of his bill.—
Khloe Quill,
Fox News,
15 Feb. 2025
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At first glance, Eaton, 27, wasn’t surprised, as the previous owners had left things behind, including two other paintings, though those weren't as large nor as striking as this one.—
Jordan Greene,
People.com,
17 Feb. 2025
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However, considering that his chances of a fourth victory were ruled out after the wreck, the 44-year-old was surprised and questioned why NASCAR didn't waive the caution flags.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
17 Feb. 2025
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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
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One coach recalled noting down some of the insults players were dishing out to themselves mid-practice match, before sharing them with the shocked individuals once the session was over.—
Charlie Eccleshare,
The Athletic,
25 Feb. 2025
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Bey’s shocked reaction has since become a hilarious meme, and her mother Tina Knowles was just as surprised by the exciting moment.—
Rania Aniftos,
Billboard,
24 Feb. 2025
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Alani, a French journalist, paints a haunting picture of modern Iraq through the eyes of its bewildered children.—
Lisa Anderson,
Foreign Affairs,
25 Feb. 2025
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The snap captures Bailey a bewildered expression on her face.—
Mark Joseph,
Newsweek,
24 Feb. 2025
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“Astonished.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/astonished. Accessed 2 Mar. 2025.
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