amaze
Translation
to amaze, to astonish
Examples
Her talent continues to amaze me.
Her talent continues to amaze me.
It amazes me that he can run so fast.
It amazes me that he can run so fast.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) to surprise (sb.) very much. Her talent continues to amaze me.
((it amazes sb. that...)) used to express surprise that sth. is true. It amazes me that he can run so fast.
Similar Words
Synonyms: astonish, surprise, astound; Antonyms: bore, disappoint
Etymology
From Old English 'āmasian' (to stupefy). The 'a-' is an intensive prefix, and it's related to 'maze', a confusing network.
Memory Tips
Imagine putting someone in a 'maze' of wonder.