amazement

English

/əˈmeɪz.mənt/

noun
Definitions
  • (uncountable) The condition of being amazed; overwhelming wonder, as from surprise, sudden fear, horror, or admiration; astonishment.
  • (countable) A particular feeling of wonder, surprise, fear, or horror.
  • (countable) Something which amazes.
  • (obsolete) Madness, frenzy.

Etymology

Suffix from English amaze.

Origin

English

amaze

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