amazed
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /əˈmeɪzd/
KK: /əˈmeɪzd/
adjective
Definition
Feeling very surprised or impressed by something.
Example
I was amazed by the magician's incredible tricks.
Comparatives & Superlatives
Comparative: more amazed
Superlative: most amazed
Conversation
Did you see the fireworks last night?
Yes! I was completely amazed by how beautiful they were.
I know, right? The colors were so vibrant!
Exactly! I felt like a kid again, just in awe.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
astonished
astounded
surprised
Antonyms
unimpressed
bored
indifferent
verb
Definition
To be filled with wonder or surprise about something.
Example
I was amazed by the magician's incredible tricks.
Tense Forms
Past: amazed
Past Participle: amazed
Conversation
I just saw that new documentary about space travel.
Oh really? I heard it’s incredible!
Yes, I was amazed by how much we still don’t know.
Root Explanation
Amazed → It originates from the Old English 'amasian' (meaning to confuse or bewilder), which is formed from 'a-' (a prefix denoting a state or condition) and 'mazed' (from 'maze', meaning to confuse). The word 'amazed' means to be in a state of confusion or wonder, often due to something surprising.
Memory Tip
Think of being in a state of confusion ('a-') and feeling bewildered ('mazed') — that's why amazed means to feel wonder or surprise.
Visually Confused Words
mazed
unamazed
agazed
maze