amazing
/ΙΛmeΙͺzΙͺΕ/adjectiveβ
Beginner
informal
Extremely impressive or wonderful; causing great surprise or admiration
The view from the mountain top was amazing.
The sunset over the ocean was absolutely amazing.
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Often used to express strong positive emotions about something extraordinary.
Collocations
amazing experiencean extraordinary and memorable eventamazing talentexceptional ability or skillamazing progressrapid or significant improvement
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Related Phrases
be amazedphrase
to be surprised or impressed
π‘Pro Tip
Avoid Overuse
While 'amazing' is a useful word, using it too frequently can make your speech or writing sound less impactful.
β‘Gold Rule
Context Matters
'Amazing' is subjective. What is amazing to one person may not be to another.
πWord Origin
From Middle English 'amasing,' from 'amaze' (to astonish) + '-ing' (present participle suffix).
πUsage Notes
Commonly used in informal contexts to express strong admiration or surprise. Can be overused in casual speech.
Word Breakdown
amaze
to astonish or surprise greatly
root-ing
present participle suffix, indicating ongoing action or state
suffixβ Noted on May 2, 2026EN β EN