Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stupefies
verb
/ˈstjuː.pə.faɪz/
Definition
to make someone unable to think or feel properly; to shock or astonish someone into a state of amazement.
Examples
- The magician’s incredible performance stupefies the audience, leaving them speechless.
- The news of her promotion stupefies him, as he never expected such an opportunity.
- His explanation of complex mathematics stupefies the students, making them feel clueless.
Meaning
The act of causing someone to be in a state of stupor; to render someone unable to think clearly or to experience emotions due to surprise or shock.
Synonyms
- amaze
- astonish
- shock
- bewilder
- stun
