Cool MateMeaning of Astonishing
very surprising; difficult to believe
In simple words: Very surprising or amazing.
Astonishing in a sentence
- She ran 100m in an astonishing 10.6 seconds.
- I find it absolutely astonishing that you didn't like it.
- During this period London grew at an astonishing rate.
- It was an astonishing way for a team captain to behave.
- She coped with the press with astonishing skill for a 19-year-old.
- The painting was sold at auction for an astonishing $30 million.
- Then he had an astonishing piece of luck.
How to use Astonishing
Use 'astonishing' to describe something that causes great surprise or wonder. It's suitable for both spoken and written contexts, but may be less common in casual everyday conversations.
Grammar pattern
standalone adjective
Memory hint
Think of 'a-stunning' event that leaves you speechless.
Related words
Collocations with Astonishing
- be
- seem
- find something
- really
- truly
- absolutely
Synonyms for Astonishing
Opposites of Astonishing
- unimpressive
- ordinary
- mundane
Common mistakes with Astonishing
- Used too casually in informal situations.
- Confused with 'astonished', which describes a feeling rather than something that causes astonishment.
- Overused in contexts where 'surprising' or 'impressive' might be more appropriate.
Astonishing appears in
Astonishing in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
مدهش
مدهش جداً أو عجيب.
- Bengaliবাংলা
বিস্ময়কর
খুবই অবাক করার মতো বা দারুণ।
- GermanDeutsch
Erstaunlich
Sehr überraschend oder erstaunlich.
- SpanishEspañol
Asombroso
Muy sorprendente o increíble.
- Persianفارسی
شگفتانگیز
بسیار شگفتانگیز یا حیرتانگیز.
- FrenchFrançais
Étonnant, Stupéfiant
Vraiment surprenant ou incroyable.
- Hindiहिन्दी
आश्चर्यजनक
बहुत हैरान करने वाला या कमाल का।
- ItalianItaliano
Stupefacente, Incredibile
Molto sorprendente o incredibile.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Espantoso, Surpreendente
Muito surpreendente ou incrível.
- RussianРусский
Потрясающий, Удивительный
Очень удивительный или поразительный.
- Urduاردو
حیرت انگیز
بہت حیران کن یا حیران کن۔
- Chinese中文
惊人
非常惊讶或令人惊叹。
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- Amazing
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To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.
- AbortionC1
the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
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the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
- AbsorbB2
To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
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Frequently asked questions about Astonishing
What does Astonishing mean?
Very surprising or amazing.
What is the definition of Astonishing?
very surprising; difficult to believe
How do you use Astonishing in a sentence?
She ran 100m in an astonishing 10.6 seconds.
Can you give another example of Astonishing?
I find it absolutely astonishing that you didn't like it.
What are synonyms for Astonishing?
Common alternatives include amazing.
What is the opposite of Astonishing?
Opposite meanings include unimpressive, ordinary, mundane.
What words go with Astonishing?
It commonly pairs with be, seem, find something, really, truly, absolutely.
What are common mistakes when using Astonishing?
Used too casually in informal situations. Confused with 'astonished', which describes a feeling rather than something that causes astonishment. Overused in contexts where 'surprising' or 'impressive' might be more appropriate.
How do you pronounce Astonishing?
US: /["/əˈstɑːnɪʃɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/əˈstɒnɪʃɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Astonishing?
Use 'astonishing' to describe something that causes great surprise or wonder. It's suitable for both spoken and written contexts, but may be less common in casual everyday conversations.
What CEFR level is Astonishing?
"Astonishing" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.