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astonishment Antonyms
Opposite of astonishment
Pinning down the opposite of astonishment requires matching its exact sense, so the antonyms and opposite words below are paired with a clear noun definition and ranked by contrast strength.
• noun (Context 1)
A feeling of great surprise and wonder triggered by something unexpected or extraordinary.
Usage Example
"She stared in pure indifference as the magician made the entire stage disappear."
Strong
indifference
composure
nonchalance
expectation
apathy
Similar words to astonishment
Words similar to astonishment shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
amazement
astoundment
stupefaction
wonderment
surprise
shock
bewilderment
awe
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Astonishment. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/astonishment