astounding

[uh-stoun-ding]

adjective

1. capable of overwhelming with amazement; stunningly surprising.

astounding

/ əˈstaʊndɪŋ /

adjective

1. causing amazement and wonder; bewildering

Other Word Forms

• astoundingly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of astounding¹

First recorded in 1580–90; astound + -ing ²

Example Sentences

"Malian soldiers were also released during the same exchange. It is an astounding deal in terms of its scale and the elements involved, especially in the current context," the security source continued.

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An astounding 48 students are committed for the winter period.

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"The results were astounding," said first author Christopher X. Wong, PhD, of UCSF, the University of Adelaide, and the Royal Adelaide Hospital.

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The response was astounding with hundreds of fans pledging their donations.

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Anthony happened also to be curious and to possess an astounding memory.

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Related Words

• astonishing 
• breathtaking 
• eye-popping 
• mind-boggling 
• overwhelming 
• shocking 
• startling 
• surprising 
• wondrous