astonish meaning

UK US /əˈstɑnɪʃ/ 3 syllables

astonish (verb): affect with wonder.

Definition of astonish

  1. affect with wonder
    • Your ability to speak six languages amazes me!

    Synonyms: amaze, astound

    Type of: surprise

    Kinds: dazzle

    Related forms: astonishment

How to pronounce astonish

astonish is pronounced /əˈstɑnɪʃ/ in American English. It has 3 syllables, with the stress on the second syllable.

Words that rhyme with astonish

Scrabble score: 11 (letter breakdown)

Word lists: words starting with AS · words ending in SH · 8-letter words

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