adjective as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

astonished, dumbfounded, flabbergasted

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Example Sentences

Example:He was astonished by the news that his application had been accepted for the prestigious scholarship.

Definition:Very surprised and amazed, often to the point of feeling shocked.

From astonished

Example:She was dumbfounded by the revelation that he had quit his well-paid job to pursue his passion.

Definition:So astonished that one is speechless and can form no coherent thought or idea.

From dumbfounded

Example:The news of his sudden departure from the company left everyone flabbergasted.

Definition:Surprised to such an extent that one can scarcely maintain coherence of thought or action.

From flabbergasted