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Meaning of mind-boggling
The primary meaning of "mind-boggling" refers to something that is extremely surprising or shocking, often because it is very large or complicated.
Etymology of mind-boggling
The word "mind-boggling" has its roots in the mid-19th century, when "boggle" meant to overcome with fear or astonishment.
The term gained popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in American English, to describe something that is astonishing or astounding.
Synonyms
astonishing
astounding
baffling
bewildering
breathtaking
confounding
dazzling
disconcerting
disturbing
dumbfounding
flabbergasting
incredible
incomprehensible
inexplicable
mystifying
perplexing
puzzling
shocking
startling
stunning
stupefying
surprising
unbelievable
unconscionable
unfathomable
unnerving
unsettling
extraordinary
remarkable
sensational
spectacular
staggering
striking
tremendous
unbelievable
unheard-of
unprecedented
astonishingly
awesomely
Definitions
- The word "mind-boggling" is defined by Oxford Languages as extremely surprising or shocking, often because it is very large or complicated.
- * It can also imply something that is almost impossible to understand or imagine.
Usage Examples
- The sheer scale of the universe is mind-boggling, with billions of galaxies and stars beyond our own.
- * The special effects in the movie were mind-boggling, with realistic explosions and action sequences.
- * The complexity of the mathematical problem was mind-boggling, requiring weeks of intense study to solve.