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thunderstricken Synonyms
Another word for thunderstricken
Choosing another word for thunderstricken depends on context, so the 12 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• adjective (Context 1)
Overcome with sudden astonishment, amazement, or shock; thunderstruck.
Usage Example
"The villagers stood thunderstruck as the unexpected eclipse plunged the valley into darkness."
Strongest
thunderstruck
astounded
astonished
dumbfounded
stunned
flabbergasted
Strong
stupefied
awestruck
aghast
gobsmacked
• adjective (Context 2)
Struck, damaged, or blasted by lightning (a thunderbolt).
Usage Example
"The ancient, thunderstruck oak stood leafless and charred atop the hill."
Strongest
thunderstruck
Strong
blasted
smitten
Opposites of thunderstricken
The opposite of thunderstricken shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
unfazed
unscathed
unimpressed
intact
indifferent
composed
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Thunderstricken. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/thunderstricken