Definition

In a way that causes great surprise or amazement.

Example

The magician performed astoundingly, leaving the audience in awe.

Conversation

Did you see that performance last night?

Yes, it was astoundingly good!

I can't believe how talented those dancers were.

Right? They really know how to captivate an audience!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Astoundingly → It is formed from "astound" (from Old French *estoundre*, meaning to stun or shock) and the suffix "-ingly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "astoundingly" means in a manner that stuns or shocks.

Memory Tip

Think of being so shocked or stunned by something that it leaves you in awe — that's what astoundingly means.

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