astound

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Verb astound has 1 sense

amaze, astonish, astound - affect with wonder; "Your ability to speak six languages amazes me!"
--₁ is one way to surprise
Sample sentences:
The good news will astound her
The performance is likely to astound Sue

Definitions from the Web

Astound

Definition

(verb)

To astonish or greatly surprise someone with an impressive quality, skill, or action.

Sense 1: Amaze

(verb)

To cause someone to feel a sense of great surprise or wonder.

Example sentence:

Her breathtaking performance in the play astounded the audience.

Sense 2: Overwhelm

(verb)

To overcome someone with a strong effect or emotion.

Example sentence:

The beauty of the sunset astounded them, leaving them speechless.

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