WebBritannica Dictionary definition of ASTONISH. : to cause a feeling of great wonder or surprise in (someone) [+ object] The garden astonishes [= amazes] anyone who sees it. Despite the hype, there was nothing in the book to astonish readers. [no object] The garden's beauty never fails to astonish. WebAstonished, she watched the rapid battle. The scheme astonished , interested and attracted the country. Everybody was astonished , for that boy was the best scholar in …

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WebAghast: "filled with horror or shock: when the news came out they were aghast." (New Oxford American Dictionary) This is quite a strong word, but I think it fits the bill nicely. Dumbfounded: "greatly astonish or amaze: they were dumbfounded at his popularity." (New Oxford American Dictionary) Although it doesn't necessarily suggest a negative … Webto fill with sudden and overpowering surprise or wonder; amaze: Her easy humor and keen intellect astonished me. OTHER WORDS FOR astonish astound ; startle , shock . sacl induction

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WebDEFINITIONS 1. 1. very surprised about something that you did not expect. Mike gave a sudden snort of astonished laughter. astonished at: Elizabeth was astonished at her sister ’s courage. astonished that: Claire seemed astonished that I should think such a thing. astonished to: Webadjective. us / əˈstɑː.nɪʃt / uk / əˈstɒn.ɪʃt /. B2. very surprised: [ + to infinitive ] I was astonished to see Miriam there. They looked astonished when I announced I was … Webadjective. /əˈstɒnɪʃt/. /əˈstɑːnɪʃt/. very surprised synonym amazed. The helicopter landed before our astonished eyes. astonished at/by something/somebody My parents looked … sacl safety contractor induction