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The class was astounded when the small robot solved the maze.
What does Astounded mean?
Astounded means very surprised or amazed by something unexpected.
Dictionary definition
Very surprised or amazed by something unexpected.
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What does astounded mean?
Astounded means very surprised or amazed by something unexpected.
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Astounded
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MeaningAstounded means very surprised or amazed by something unexpected.
ExampleExample: The class was astounded when the small robot solved the maze.
Word breakdown
3 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- uh · stown · did
- Strongest beat
- stown
- Ending
- did
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on stown.
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Synonyms
Words like Astounded
amazedUse when someone feels a very strong surprise.
Antonyms
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unimpressedUse when someone is not surprised or interested.
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Word family
Astounded word family
Base word
astound
adjective
astounding
Very surprising or amazing.
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Hint for students
Look for clues that show a big surprise or something unexpected.
Common mix-up
Astounded is stronger than a small surprise.
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