astound

[əˈstaʊnd]

astound Definition

  • 1to shock or greatly surprise someone
  • 2to fill with wonder or amazement

Using astound: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "astound" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The magician's tricks astounded the audience.

  • Example

    I was astounded by the beauty of the sunset.

  • Example

    Her intelligence and wit never failed to astound me.

astound Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for astound

Phrases with astound

  • to surprise or amaze someone with something

    Example

    He astounded us with his incredible singing voice.

  • to always be surprising or amazing

    Example

    Her talent and creativity never cease to astound me.

  • astounding success

    a very impressive and unexpected level of success

    Example

    The new product was an astounding success, selling out within hours of its release.

Origins of astound

from Middle English 'astounen', meaning 'to stun'

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Summary: astound in Brief

'Astound' [əˈstaʊnd] means to shock or greatly surprise someone, or to fill with wonder or amazement. It is often used to describe impressive performances or achievements, as in 'The magician's tricks astounded the audience.' 'Astound' can also be used in phrases like 'astound someone with something,' and 'never cease to astound,' which denote surprise or amazement. Its synonyms include 'amaze,' 'astonish,' 'surprise,' 'stun,' and 'startle.'

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