What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
dumbstruck
Example
I was dumbstruck when I heard the news of his sudden death. [dumbstruck: adjective]
Example
She stood there, dumbstruck by the sight of the beautiful sunset. [dumbstruck: adjective]
speechless
Example
I was left speechless by the incredible performance of the dancers. [speechless: adjective]
Example
He was speechless with joy when he saw his newborn baby for the first time. [speechless: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Speechless is more commonly used than dumbstruck in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between dumbstruck and speechless?
Both dumbstruck and speechless are informal words that are typically used in casual conversation rather than formal writing or speech.
