Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stupefaction
noun
/ˌstjuː.pəˈfæk.ʃən/
Definition
The state of being stunned or unable to think clearly.
Examples
- Her stupefaction at the news left her momentarily speechless.
- The magician’s tricks caused a sense of stupefaction in the audience.
Meaning
Stupefaction refers to a feeling of astonishment or shock, often leading to a temporary inability to respond or act.
Synonyms
- astonishment
- confusion
- bewilderment
- shock
