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astonishment The feeling of being completely and utterly shocked, surprised, or amazed. Often accompanied by the dropping of one's jaw.  ■ "I couldn't believe what I just saw! It was such an astonishment!" said the person as they picked up their jaw from the floor.


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amazes To cause astonishment or wonder, often in a humorous way.  ■ "Wow, my friend's ability to juggle six tennis balls at once amazes me every time I see it!

golly An exclamation of surprise or astonishment, often used to express excitement.  ■ "Wow, that's amazing!" John exclaimed, golly.

marvel A state of complete and utter astonishment, especially at something unexpected or extraordinary.  ■ After seeing the size of the alien's spaceship, John couldn't contain his marvel at its sheer enormity.

sheer A feeling of utter disbelief or astonishment.  ■ "I can't believe you just ate an entire pizza by yourself, that's sheer madness!"

ta A humorous term used to express disbelief or astonishment.  ■ "I can't believe you just ate that whole pizza, TA!"

Walla A word used to express surprise or astonishment. It is often used when something unexpected happens.  ■ "I can't believe I forgot my keys! Walla!"

eyebrow A strip of hair that grows above the eyes and is often used to express surprise, confusion, or amusement.  ■ "Why did you put toothpaste on your eyebrows?" asked John, looking incredulous. "Because I wanted to make a statement!" replied Sarah, raising her eyebrows in mock astonishment.

hows A word that is used to express surprise or astonishment, typically in the form of a question. It is often used sarcastically or ironically.  ■ "Wow, you're really great at math!" said the mathematician, who was clearly trying to express his own lack of skill in the subject with the word 'hows'.