See amaze in Webster's New World Roget's A-Z Thesaurus II
verb
To impress strongly by what is unexpected or unusual:
astonish, astound, awe, startle, surprise. Idioms: catch (or take) unawares, take aback. See surprise
noun
The emotion aroused by something awe-inspiring or astounding:
amazement, astonishment, awe, marvel, wonder, wonderment. (Archaic) admiration, dread. See excite, feelings
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