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What is a synonym for astonishment?

Here are some synonyms for astonishment, depending on the context:

Formal:

* Awe: A feeling of solemn wonder.

* Wonder: A feeling of amazement and admiration.

* Amazement: A feeling of great surprise and wonder.

* Bewilderment: A feeling of confusion and disorientation.

* Disbelief: A feeling of doubt and skepticism.

* Incredulity: A feeling of unwillingness to believe.

Informal:

* Shock: A sudden feeling of surprise and fear.

* Surprise: A feeling of unexpectedness.

* Stunned: A feeling of being dazed or stunned.

* Dumbfounded: A feeling of being speechless with surprise.

* Baffled: A feeling of being confused or perplexed.

* Gobsmacked: A feeling of being completely overwhelmed with surprise.

The best synonym to use will depend on the specific situation and the tone you want to convey.

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