amaze
12 synonyms for amaze, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To fill someone with great surprise or wonder.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use amaze
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
amaze the crowd
never ceases to amaze
amaze me
Etymology
From Old English amasian, "to confuse or astonish" — related to the older sense of "maze" meaning to bewilder.
Full origin of amaze →Frequently asked questions
What does “amaze” mean?
The word “amaze” means to fill someone with great surprise or wonder. In plain terms, to surprise someone so much that they're left in wonder or disbelief.
How do you pronounce “amaze”?
“Amaze” is pronounced uh-MAYZ (/əˈmeɪz/ in IPA).
How do you use “amaze” in a sentence?
Here is “amaze” used in a sentence: “The magician's final trick amazed the entire audience.”
What is another word for “amaze”?
Words with a similar meaning to “amaze” include astonish, astound, bewitch, surprise and wow.
What part of speech is “amaze”?
“Amaze” is a verb.
Where does the word “amaze” come from?
The word “amaze” comes from Old English. From Old English amasian, "to confuse or astonish" — related to the older sense of "maze" meaning to bewilder.
Is “amaze” a common word?
“Amaze” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
