Meaning & use
astounded
Filled with great surprise or amazement, often because something seemed impossible or unexpected.
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The audience was astounded when the magician made the entire car disappear.
Scientists were astounded by how quickly the newly discovered species adapted.
A note on using this word
Astounded is generally stronger than 'surprised,' suggesting the reaction bordered on disbelief.
Words with a similar meaning
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Words with an opposite meaning
unsurprised
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