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stupefying

Other forms: stupefyingly

Definitions of stupefying
  1. adjective
    making physically stupid or dull or insensible
    “a stupefying blow to the head”
    synonyms:
    disorienting
    causing loss of physical or intellectual bearings
  2. adjective
    so surprisingly impressive as to stun or overwhelm
    impressive
    making a strong or vivid impression
  3. adjective
    shocking with surprise and consternation
    “the stupefying impact of the tragedy”
    synonyms:
    alarming
    frightening because of an awareness of danger
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