adj
Meaning 1
That causes stupefaction.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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stupefying
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verb
Meaning 2
present participle and gerund of stupefy
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: form-of, gerund, participle, present
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adjective satellite
Meaning 3
shocking with surprise and consternation
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
Examples
- the stupefying impact of the tragedy
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adjective satellite
Meaning 4
so surprisingly impressive as to stun or overwhelm
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
Examples
- 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
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Synonyms: astonishing, astounding, staggering
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adjective satellite
Meaning 5
making physically stupid or dull or insensible
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
Examples
- a stupefying blow to the head
- the stupefying effects of hemp
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History
Etymology
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