Definition

In a way that causes great surprise or wonder; to a very high degree.

Example

The magician performed astonishingly, leaving the audience in awe.

Conversation

Did you see that performance last night?

Yeah, it was astonishingly good!

I couldn't believe how talented they were.

Right? It really blew my mind!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Astonishingly** → It is formed from "astonish" (from Old French *estoner*, meaning to stun or shock) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "astonishingly" means in a manner that stuns or shocks.

Memory Tip

Think of something that makes you feel stunned or shocked — that's what 'astonishingly' means, as it describes how something can surprise you greatly.

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