Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

mind-boggling

adjective
ˈmaɪndˌbɑːɡlɪŋ
Definition
Extremely surprising or difficult to understand.
Examples
  • The mind-boggling number of stars in the universe can be hard to comprehend.
  • She presented a mind-boggling solution to the difficult problem that impressed everyone.
  • The reality of life on other planets is mind-boggling and fascinating at the same time.
Meaning
When something is mind-boggling, it overwhelms the mind due to its complexity or the sheer scale of it.
Synonyms
  • astonishing
  • incredible
  • overwhelming
  • stunning
  • confounding