Basic Details
Word: Astonished
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Very surprised or amazed at something.
Synonyms: Amazed, stunned, shocked
Antonyms: Unimpressed, indifferent
Idioms and Phrases
- Astounded to silence: Being so surprised that you cannot speak. Example: "When she heard the unexpected news, she was astounded to silence."
- With eyes wide open: To be shocked or surprised by something seen. Example: "He watched the magic show with eyes wide open, amazed by the tricks."
Usage Examples
Example 1: She was astonished when she discovered that she had won the competition.
Example 2: The audience looked astonished after the incredible performance from the magician.
Example 3: I was astonished to see a rainbow appear after the rain suddenly stopped.
Fun Fact
The word "astonished" comes from the Old French word "estoner," which means "to stun or daze." It reflects how something shocking can leave us feeling amazed and a bit dazed!
Famous Quote
"The moment of enlightenment is when a person's dreams of possibilities become images of wisdom." Edgar Mitchell
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "astonished" mean?
a) Bored
b) Very surprised
c) Angry
d) Tired
Answer: b) Very surprised
2. Which of these is a synonym of "astonished"?
a) Excited
b) Amazed
c) Happy
d) Sad
Answer: b) Amazed
3. Which word is an antonym of "astonished"?
a) Overjoyed
b) Unimpressed
c) Surprised
d) Touched
Answer: b) Unimpressed
4. Which sentence uses "astonished" correctly?
a) He was astonished by how quickly he finished his homework.
b) The cat was astonished when it caught a bird.
c) She looked astonished when she saw the empty plate.
d) The dog was astonished at the sound of its own bark.
Answer: a) He was astonished by how quickly he finished his homework.
5. What does the idiom "with eyes wide open" mean?
a) To close your eyes
b) To be shocked or surprised
c) To sleep
d) To look carefully
Answer: b) To be shocked or surprised
