Synonyms for Astonished & Similar Words
Definition of astonished
- adjective
- 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"
4 synonyms found
Writing tips for "astonished"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like amazed, astounded, stunned can replace "astonished" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
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- What are synonyms for astonished?
- Synonyms for astonished include: amazed, astounded, stunned, surprised.
- How many synonyms does astonished have?
- Astonished has 4 synonyms.