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amazed

v.
B1 Intermediate Oxford US //əˈmeɪzd// UK //ɐmˈeɪzd// amazed General-service

v. feeling very surprised and impressed by something. You use this when something is so good or strange that it is hard to believe.

v. filled with great surprise or wonder. Often used to describe a reaction to an impressive or unexpected event.


SIMPLE

I was amazed by the beautiful view from the mountain.

CONTEXTUAL

The audience was absolutely amazed when the magician made the large bird disappear into thin air.

COMPLEX

Scientists were amazed to find that the ancient ruins were far more technologically advanced than previous archaeological evidence had suggested.

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Usage

Typically followed by the prepositions 'at' or 'by', or by a 'to' infinitive.

Pitfall

The movie was very amazed.The movie was very amazing.Learners often confuse the '-ed' adjective (how someone feels) with the '-ing' adjective (the thing that causes the feeling).

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