Synonyms for astounding
əˈstaʊn dɪŋas·tound·ing

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1. astounding, dumbfounding, dumfoundingadjective

   bewildering or striking dumb with wonder

   Synonyms:
   dumfounding, dumbfounding, staggering, stupefying, astonishing

   Antonyms:
   believable, credible, unimpressive

2. astonishing, astounding, staggering, stupefyingadjective

   so surprisingly impressive as to stun or overwhelm

   "such an enormous response was astonishing"; "an astounding achievement"; "the amount of money required was staggering"; "suffered a staggering defeat"; "the figure inside the boucle dress was stupefying"

   Synonyms:
   dumfounding, amazing, dumbfounding, staggering, stupefying, astonishing

   Antonyms:
   credible, believable, unimpressive

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1. List of paraphrases for "astounding":

   astonishing, amazing, staggering, surprising, stunning, startling, mind-boggling, incredible, striking, breathtaking, impressive, unbelievable

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1. Teaching Assistant Abbate:

   It is astounding to me that the university has not created some sort of policy that would prohibit this behavior which undoubtedly leads to a toxic environment for both students and faculty.

2. Sergio Ermotti:

   The superficial nature of the verdict is astounding and does not even pretend to address the arguments we presented during the five weeks of the trial. This will need to be covered by the appeals court.

3. Sergio Ermotti:

   The case will now be transferred to the Court of Appeals which will hear the trial again in full. This process is expected to take several years, the superficial nature of the verdict is astounding and does not even pretend to address the arguments we presented during the five weeks of the trial. This will need to be covered by the appeals court.

4. Kristen Stewart:

   Her capability is astounding and motivating as all hell, i get on a set with her - and I have been acting since I was 9 - whoa, I am not there yet. I am striving; I am trying.

5. Jay Harriman:

   Friday's events were astounding and have people completely rethinking their assessments and perspectives and the country's future political trajectory, the monarchy has semi-divine status in Thailand. Public appearances and statements often pertain to royal duty or events.