Amazed Definition & Meaning

amazed
adjective
  1. filled with the emotional impact of overwhelming surprise or shock; "an amazed audience gave the magician a standing ovation"; "I stood enthralled, astonished by the vastness and majesty of the cathedral"; "astounded viewers wept at the pictures from the Oklahoma City bombing"; "stood in stunned silence"; "stunned scientists found not one but at least three viruses"

"Amazed" in song lyrics

See how amazed is used in real songs:

  • "And the regulars were so amazed"
    Aesop Rock — Sick Friend
  • "To the day my CD no longer plays, the crowd'll still be amazed"
    Akir — Rites of Passage
  • "To the day they drop me into the grave, the crowd'll still be amazed"
    Akir — Rites of Passage

Usage tips for "amazed"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "amazed" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for amazed to find words that pair well.

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