Word: amazing (adjective)

Associations

"Amazing" describes something that is very surprising or impressive. It often expresses a strong positive reaction.

• Example 1: "The view from the mountain was amazing." (Here, it shows that the view was very beautiful and impressive.)
• Example 2: "She did an amazing job on her presentation." (In this case, it means her presentation was excellent and stood out.)
• Example 3: "It's amazing how quickly he learned to play the guitar." (This indicates that his speed of learning was surprising and impressive.)

A well-known synonym for "amazing" is "incredible." The difference is that "incredible" can sometimes imply that something is so extraordinary that it is hard to believe, while "amazing" focuses more on the quality of impressiveness.

Substitution

You can use words like "wonderful," "fantastic," or "astonishing" in place of "amazing."

• "Wonderful" suggests something that brings joy or pleasure.
• "Fantastic" indicates something that is extraordinarily good.
• "Astonishing" emphasizes surprise and disbelief.

Deconstruction

The word "amazing" comes from the root "amaze," which means to surprise or to fill with wonder. The suffix "-ing" is used to form adjectives that describe a quality or state. The word "amaze" has its origins in Middle English, from the word "amasen," which means to confuse or to bewilder. Over time, it evolved to express feelings of wonder and surprise.

Inquiry

• Can you think of a time when you saw something amazing? What was it?
• How would you describe an amazing experience you had?
• Are there any amazing people in your life? What makes them amazing to you?