Amaze — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb noun /ə-ˈmāz/

Meaning & Definition of Amaze

Amaze (verb)

  1. to fill with wonder, astound
  2. bewilder, perplex
  3. to show or cause astonishment

Amaze (noun)

  1. a feeling of astonishment, amazement

Amaze (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to make a strong impression on (someone) with something unexpected

    "your ability to remember names and faces amazes me"

    similar: astonish, astound, bowl over, dumbfound, flabbergast, floor, rock, shock, startle, stun, stupefy, surprise, thunderstrike, knock for a loop, take aback, take by surprise
    related: befuddle, bewilder, blindside, blow away, confound, confuse, daze, discomfit, disconcert, dismay, jar, muddle, nonplus, perplex, shake up

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Amaze

The most common words with a similar meaning to Amaze:

astonish, astound, bowl over, dumbfound, flabbergast, floor, rock, shock, startle, stun, stupefy, surprise, thunderstrike, knock for a loop, take aback, take by surprise

Related Words for Amaze

befuddle, bewilder, blindside, blow away, confound, confuse, daze, discomfit, disconcert, dismay, jar, muddle, nonplus, perplex, shake up

Word Forms of Amaze

Inflections: amazed, amazing, amazes

Origin & Etymology of Amaze

Middle English amasen, from Old English āmasian, from ā- (perfective prefix) + *masian to confuse abide

First known use: before 12th centuryt

Words & Phrases Containing Amaze

never cease to amaze

Frequently Asked Questions about Amaze

What does "Amaze" mean?

"Amaze" means to fill with wonder, astound. As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to fill with wonder, astound.

What is another word for "Amaze"?

Other words for "Amaze" include astonish, astound, bowl over, dumbfound, flabbergast, floor, rock and shock. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Amaze" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Amaze"?

There are 31 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Amaze". Common alternatives include astonish, astound, bowl over, dumbfound, flabbergast, floor, rock, shock, startle and stun.

How do you use "Amaze" in a sentence?

Examples of "Amaze" in a sentence: "your ability to remember names and faces amazes me".

Is "Amaze" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Amaze" can be used as a verb and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Amaze"?

"Amaze" is pronounced /ə-ˈmāz/.

What is the origin of the word "Amaze"?

"Amaze" comes from Middle English amasen, from Old English āmasian, from ā- (perfective prefix) + *masian to confuse abide. First known use: before 12th centuryt.

What is another word for "Amaze" meaning "to make a strong impression on (someone) with something unexpected"?

When "Amaze" (verb) means to make a strong impression on (someone) with something unexpected, synonyms include astonish, astound, bowl over, dumbfound, flabbergast and floor.