What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
amazing
Example
The view from the top of the mountain was amazing. [amazing: adjective]
Example
I had an amazing time at the concert last night. [amazing: adjective]
astonishing
Example
The magician's trick was astonishing. [astonishing: adjective]
Example
It's astonishing how much progress he has made in such a short time. [astonishing: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Amazing is more commonly used in everyday language than astonishing, which may be considered more formal or less common.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between amazing and astonishing?
Astonishing may be considered more formal than amazing, but both words can be used in various formality levels depending on the context.
