astond

/əˈstaʊnd/

Definitions

1. verb

to fill with astonishment or amazement; surprise greatly.

“The news of the discovery astounded the scientific community.”

2. verb

to cause someone to feel shocked or amazed.

“The fireworks display astounded the children with its beauty.”

3. noun

a state of being shocked or amazed.

“The astound was evident on her face when she heard the news.”

Synonyms

  • amaze
  • baffle
  • dumbfound
  • shock
  • stun

Antonyms

  • disappoint
  • underwhelm