HyperDic: stupefying

English > 3 senses of the word stupefying:
ADJECTIVEallstupefying, astonishing, astounding, staggeringso surprisingly impressive as to stun or overwhelm
allstupefyingmaking physically stupid or dull or insensible
allstupefyingshocking with surprise and consternation
English > stupefying: 3 senses > adjective 1
MeaningSo surprisingly impressive as to stun or overwhelm.
Example "the figure inside the boucle dress was stupefying"
Synonymsastonishing, astounding, staggering
Broaderimpressivemaking a strong or vivid impression
Spanishasombroso
English > stupefying: 3 senses > adjective 2
Meaningmaking physically stupid or dull or insensible.
Examples
  • "a stupefying blow to the head"
  • "the stupefying effects of hemp"
BroaderdisorientingCausing loss of physical or intellectual bearings
English > stupefying: 3 senses > adjective 3
Meaningshocking with surprise and consternation.
Example"the stupefying impact of the tragedy"
BroaderalarmingFrightening because of an awareness of danger

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