B1adjectiveemotions
US/əˈmeɪzd/
UK/əˈmeɪzd/
very surprised, often in a good way, because something is unexpected or hard to believe
In context
I was amazed at how quickly the children learned the song.
She looked amazed when they told her she had won first prize.
We were amazed by the view from the top of the tower.
Words that go with amazed
adjective + preposition
- amazed atHe was amazed at her honesty.
- amazed byVisitors are amazed by the size of the cave.
- amazed thatI am amazed that nobody noticed the mistake.
verb + adjective
- look amazedThe audience looked amazed when the magician disappeared.
adverb + adjective
- absolutely amazedI was absolutely amazed by her talent.
- genuinely amazedThe doctors were genuinely amazed by his recovery.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I am amazing at the result.Correct: I am amazed at the result.