English Explanatory Dictionary

astonisher

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Something that astonishes; an astonishing thing or event.
  2. Someone who astonishes.
  3. An exclamation mark, the punctuation mark “!”.
  4. A short line of smaller type above (or sometimes below) the main headline of an article, usually placed flush-left.
  5. A headline or lead (introductory paragraph) designed to capture attention through a surprising statement.

Word forms

astonisher astonishers

Etymology

From astonish + -er.

Synonyms

astonishment marvel surprise wonder shocker stunner kicker overline read-in whiplash cartridge lead punch lead shocker lead
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