Astound

usgb/əˈstaʊnd/
verb

To surprise or shock someone very much.

The magician astounded the crowd with his tricks.
Visual representation of "astound" - To surprise or shock someone very much

Often appears as...

  • astound the audience
  • astound the world
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Strong Impact

Use 'astound' when the surprise or shock is extremely powerful, more than just surprising.

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She was astounded by the unexpected standing ovation.
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Positive or Negative

'Astound' can express both very positive reactions (like admiration) and negative ones (like disbelief).

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He was astounded by the cruel twist in the story.
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Emotional Weight

The word carries emotional weight and is often used to highlight strong feelings.

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The incredible view from the mountaintop astounded her.
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amazeastonishbewilderimpressshockstaggerstartlestupefysurprise, surprise
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