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amazement

/əˈmeɪz.mənt/ nom B2

En français : stupéfaction, stupeur

  1. The condition of being amazed; a state of overwhelming wonder, as from surprise or sudden fear, horror, or admiration; a feeling of intense astonishment or awe, as from witnessing something incredible and impressive. (uncountable) · We stared in amazement at the skills on display.· The amazement that painting sparked in me lasted until the tour guide jolted me out of it.
  2. Something which amazes. (countable, dated)

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But when her eyes fell on the odd little figure in the stiff, ugly dress, with the long braids of red hair and the eager, luminous eyes, she stopped short in amazement.
Anne of Green Gables, p. 29 · C1
“Then you really think I’d better let her stay home,” said Marilla in amazement.
Anne of Green Gables, p. 122 · C1
Marilla turned quickly away to hide her twitching face; but it was no use; she collapsed on the nearest chair and burst into such a hearty and unusual peal of laughter that Matthew, crossing the yard outside, halted in amazement.
Anne of Green Gables, p. 124 · C1
“Did ever anyone hear the like!” ejaculated Marilla, who had listened in dumb amazement.
Anne of Green Gables, p. 164 · C1

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