# wowed

/ˈwaʊd/ (US) · /wˈaʊd/ (UK) · CEFR B1 · Verb

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/wowed
Updated: 2026-10-18

## Definition

to impress someone a lot and make them feel excited or amazed.

For teachers: past tense and past participle of 'wow'; to impress greatly or fill with admiration.

## Examples

- The magic show wows the kids every time.
- The young chef wowed the judges with a simple pasta dish full of fresh flavour.
- The debut novel wowed critics who had expected little from an unknown author, earning praise for its sharp dialogue and quiet emotional power.

## Usage notes

- The verb is transitive and takes a direct object.

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