variants
also dumfounding
as in startling
causing a strong emotional reaction because of unexpectedness
the dumbfounding sight of the race car driver walking away from that horrific crash
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variants
also dumfounding
as in surprising
to make a strong impression on (someone) with something unexpected
the surprise ending will dumbfound even the most seasoned mystery reader
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dumbfounding
Adjective
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Director Morten Tyldum gives the movie a glossy flair and injects his sci-fi romance with startling scenes like the zero-G swimming pool sequence.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
14 Feb. 2025 -
That was the startling observation of one seasoned producer, reflecting confidentially on the panic among his peers since the turn of the year.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
11 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Tucker, Betts, Bryce Harper and Trea Turner are your steady vets, and there is surprising consensus around Julio Rodriguez, Jackson Chourio and Wyatt Langford.—
Owen Poindexter,
The Athletic,
18 Feb. 2025
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This luxury resort, set in the tranquil countryside, is your gateway to surprising epicurean adventures as well.—
Wendy Altschuler,
Forbes,
18 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Jung-bae wound up in a room of three, with Player 001 and some rando — but Player 001 choked the stranger to death in time to reduce their head count, shocking Jung-bae more than a bit.—
Matt Webb Mitovich,
TVLine,
26 Dec. 2024
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Fox News Digital obtained shocking audio between Cyrus and his estranged wife where the country crooner is heard berating his Australian ex and using profane language.—
Ashley Hume,
Fox News,
26 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Listen to this article The Justice Department on Monday night told federal prosecutors in Mayor Adams’ corruption case to drop the charges against him — an astonishing move that immediately sparked political backlash.—
Josephine Stratman,
New York Daily News,
11 Feb. 2025
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Following Trump’s astonishing victory over Hillary Clinton, Kirk returned to duty as the MAGA movement’s campus organizer.—
Malcolm Hillgartner Krish Seenivasan Ted Blaisdell,
New York Times,
10 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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In Super Bowl history, only three have players have participated in at least six games, led by Tom Brady with an amazing 10.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
8 Feb. 2025
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The women delivered their high-energy 2020 set in Miami, showing off their amazing dance moves and musical talents — including a special cameo from Lopez's daughter, Emme Maribel, who was 11 at the time.—
Diane J. Cho,
People.com,
8 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The unplanned synchronicity of these looks created a stunning visual against the snowy backdrop.—
Stixx Mathews,
Essence,
11 Feb. 2025
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Both Central American countries are home to incredible biodiversity, offering both wild jungles and stunning beaches.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
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“Dumbfounding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dumbfounding. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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