Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
floored
adjective
/flɔrd/
Definition
To be very surprised or shocked, or to cause someone to feel this way.
Examples
- When he announced his retirement, I was completely floored.
- The unexpected generosity of my friend floored me.
- She floored the audience with her stunning performance.
Meaning
In informal contexts, being ‘floored’ means being taken aback or overwhelmed by something unexpected, often rendering one speechless or momentarily unable to respond.
Synonyms
- astounded
- shocked
- stunned
- overwhelmed
