astonishment

Definitions

Great surprise or amazement.

The state of being filled with sudden wonder or disbelief.

Examples

To my utter astonishment, the long-lost painting was discovered in the attic.

She stared at the magician in pure astonishment as he pulled a rabbit out of his empty hat.

Synonyms

amazement awe surprise wonder shock stupefaction bewilderment

Antonyms

indifference apathy expectation boredom composure unconcern calmness