astounding

Meanings

• Adjective

  Causing great surprise or wonder; amazing.

• Verb

  Leave or cause someone to be utterly amazed; amaze.

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Synonyms

amazing , extraordinary , fantastic , incredible , marvelous , miraculous , phenomenal , remarkable , unbelievable

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with astounding
sounding , pounding , surrounding

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Variants

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astounding , astoundingly , astound , astounded , astounds

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Forms

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astonishingly, astoundingly, astounded

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Etymology

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From Middle English astounden, from Old French estoner, from eston 'astonished' + -er, suffix denoting a state or action.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'astounding' was first used in English in the 15th century.

2. The word 'astonishing' is derived from the same root as 'astounding'.

3. In mathematics, an 'astonishing' number is a number that has an unexpected or remarkable property.

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Related Concepts

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1. Amazing: A synonym of 'astounding' that conveys a similar sense of wonder and surprise.

2. Astonishment: The feeling or emotion of being astounded or amazed.

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Culture

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The term 'astounding' has been used extensively in literature and art to describe situations, events, or people that leave a profound impact on the audience. For instance, in H.G. Wells' 'The War of the Worlds', the Martian invasion is described as 'astounding' due to its unexpected and terrifying nature.

How to Memorize "astounding"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a firework display that leaves you completely speechless and in awe. Visualize the bright colors, the loud bangs, and the feeling of being utterly amazed.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'astounding' with the feeling you get when you see a magic trick or a natural wonder like the Grand Canyon.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mental image of a giant asteroid that is 'astonishingly' large and leaves you 'astounded' by its size.

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