Definitions
- Describing a state of shock or disbelief. - Referring to a condition of being stunned or dazed. - Talking about a feeling of confusion or disorientation.
- Describing a state of extreme surprise or astonishment. - Referring to a condition of being shocked or amazed. - Talking about a feeling of disbelief or incredulity.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a state of surprise or shock.
- 2Both words can be used to express amazement or disbelief.
- 3Both words are adjectives that can be used to describe a person's emotional state.
What is the difference?
- 1Intensity: Flabbergasted is more intense than stupefied and implies a stronger emotional reaction.
- 2Usage: Flabbergasted is more commonly used in everyday language than stupefied.
- 3Connotation: Stupefied has a more negative connotation than flabbergasted, which can have a positive or neutral connotation.
Remember this!
Stupefied and flabbergasted are synonyms that both describe a state of surprise or shock. However, flabbergasted is more intense and commonly used in everyday language, while stupefied has a more negative connotation and is less frequently used. Additionally, stupefied has a longer history and more straightforward origin than flabbergasted.