amazedness
|a-mazed-ness|
B2
/əˈmeɪzdnəs/
state of being amazed
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amazedness' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'amasen,' where 'a-' meant 'intensive' and 'masen' meant 'to confuse or perplex.'
Historical Evolution
'amasen' transformed into the modern English word 'amaze,' and eventually 'amazedness' was formed to describe the state of being amazed.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to confuse or perplex,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to fill with wonder or astonishment.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the state or quality of being amazed.
Her amazedness was evident when she saw the surprise party.
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Last updated: 2025/07/09 01:36