amazed
Translation
amazed, astonished, astounded
Examples
I was amazed at her progress.
I was amazed at her progress.
She was amazed to see him there.
She was amazed to see him there.
We were amazed by the beautiful scenery.
We were amazed by the beautiful scenery.
Grammar Patterns
((at/by sth.)) to be very surprised by (sth.) I was amazed at her progress.
((to-inf)) to be very surprised to do (sth.) She was amazed to see him there.
Similar Words
Synonyms: astonished, astounded, surprised; Antonyms: unimpressed, bored
Etymology
From Old French 'asmer' (to estimate), which shifted in meaning to 'bewilder'. The '-ed' suffix makes it an adjective.
Memory Tips
Picture your face when you are lost in 'a maze'. You would look completely amazed.