American English

How to pronounce amazement

nounB2
uhMAYZmnt

/əˈmeɪz.mn̩t̚/

3 syllables · Stress the second syllable.

A strong feeling of surprise because something is unexpected or impressive.

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Meanings & examples

noun

A strong feeling of surprise because something is unexpected or impressive.

To my amazement, the old bridge was still standing.

Good to know

It is often used in the phrase “to my amazement.”

Common phrases & grammar

to someone's amazement · in amazement