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amazement

/əˈmeɪz.mənt/

Meanings
  • noun

    A feeling of wonder, admiration, or awe.

    - "The audience was in a state of amazement after the magician's performance."
    - "The discovery of penicillin left scientists in amazement."
    - "The view from the top of the mountain took my breath away, leaving me in a state of amazement."

Rhymes
Words rhyming with amazement
astonishment , charmment , entrancement , infatuation , enchantment
Variants
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amazement , amazements , to her amazement , to his amazement , to one's amazement , to their amazement
Etymology
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From Middle English amazen, from Old French estonner, from estonner 'astonish, amaze'.


Trivia
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  1. The English word 'amazement' comes from the Old French word 'estonner', which means 'to stun' or 'astonish'.

  2. Amazement is a common emotion experienced during moments of awe, such as witnessing a beautiful sunset, a magical performance, or an incredible discovery.


Related Concepts
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  1. Wonder: Related concept, synonymous with amazement. It refers to a feeling of curiosity and fascination towards something new or unknown.

  2. Astonishment: A strong feeling of amazement or shock, often used to describe an unexpected event or discovery.


Culture
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Amazement is a common feeling experienced in various forms of art and literature. For instance, in literature, characters often express amazement in response to surprising or awe-inspiring events. In art, amazement can be depicted through the use of vivid colors, exaggerated expressions, or dramatic poses.

How to Memorize "amazement"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a scene where you are witnessing something truly amazing, such as a beautiful sunset, a magical performance, or an incredible discovery.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'amazement' with feelings of wonder, awe, and admiration. Think of a time when you felt truly amazed by something.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic by associating the word 'amazement' with a memorable phrase or acronym, such as 'AMAZES: Admire, Marvel, Astonish, Zealously Enjoy Surprises'.


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