astonish

To surprise someone very much.

astonish in a sentence

The magician astonished the crowd by pulling a rabbit out of an empty hat.
It will astonish you how fast a cheetah can run, quicker than a car on the motorway.

amaze, surprise, shock

awe: A feeling of great wonder and respect, sometimes mixed with a little fear.
bemused: Puzzled and unsure about what is going on.
bewitch: To put a magic spell on someone, or to completely charm them.
blissful: Completely and perfectly happy.
brood: To keep thinking sadly or angrily about something.
burden: A heavy load to carry, or a worry that weighs on your mind.
captivate: To hold someone's attention completely because they find something wonderful.
cherish: To love and care for something very much.

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