Astounded Definition & Meaning
astounded
- 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"
"Astounded" in song lyrics
See how astounded is used in real songs:
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"I started breakin him down with the speed, had him astounded"
D-Nice — 25 Ta Life -
"As the hatred rose from town to town the world was astounded"
Josh Martinez — Deny -
"Many times I've read the word, many times I've been astounded"
Knowdaverbs — Fifth Element
Words that rhyme with astounded
Usage tips for "astounded"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "astounded" 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 astounded to find words that pair well.