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astonishment Synonyms

Another word for astonishment

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• noun (Context 1)

A feeling of great surprise and wonder triggered by something unexpected or extraordinary.

Usage Example

"She stared in pure amazement as the magician made the entire stage disappear."

Strongest
amazement
astoundment
stupefaction
Strong
wonderment
surprise
shock
bewilderment
awe
incredulity
disbelief

Opposites of astonishment

The opposite of astonishment shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

indifference
composure
nonchalance
expectation
apathy
See all opposites of astonishment

• Nearby Words

astonish
astonishing
astonishingly
astonishment
astound
astounding
astoundingly

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Astonishment. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/astonishment
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