astonished
4 synonyms for astonished, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Filled with great surprise; amazed.
Synonyms
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.
astounded
astonied
How to use astonished
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
astonished expression
astonished at
Frequently asked questions
What does “astonished” mean?
The word “astonished” means filled with great surprise; amazed. In plain terms, very surprised, to the point of being stunned.
How do you pronounce “astonished”?
“Astonished” is pronounced a-d (/æ- -d/ in IPA).
How do you use “astonished” in a sentence?
Here is “astonished” used in a sentence: “She was astonished to find the house completely empty.”
What part of speech is “astonished”?
“Astonished” is an adjective.
Is “astonished” a common word?
“Astonished” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
