amazing
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1 surprising (adj.) A1 Beginnercausing great surprise or wonder because it is so unusual.
causing great surprise or wonder; astonishing in nature.
ExampleIt is amazing how much the city has changed in just five years.
ExampleThe speed of the recovery was truly amazing, defying the predictions of even the most optimistic medical experts.
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2 excellent (adj.) A2 Elementary Informalvery good, impressive, or enjoyable.
possessing uniquely wonderful qualities; an informal intensifier for excellence.
ExampleWe had an amazing time at the concert last night.
ExampleThe hospitality we received was amazing, making what could have been a stressful trip quite pleasant.
Teacher's tipIn professional writing, this sense can feel overused or imprecise; suggest 'exceptional' or 'superb' as alternatives.
From amaze + -ing, from Old English āmasian.
Commonly modified by 'absolutely' or 'truly' for emphasis.
I am amazing at the movieI am amazed by the movieLearners often confuse the '-ing' adjective (describing the thing) with the '-ed' adjective (describing their own feeling).