Astonish and Dismay

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Astonish verb - To make a strong impression on (someone) with something unexpected.

Usage example: the news that you and she broke up absolutely astonishes me

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Dismay and astonish are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Dismay" instead a verb "Astonish".

Nearby Words: astonishing, astonishment

Dismay verb - To lessen the courage or confidence of.

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Astonish and dismay are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Astonish" instead a verb "Dismay".

Nearby Words: dismayed, dismaying, dismayingly

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