As-tōn’ish-ment, n.

n. [Cf. O. Fr. estonnement, Fr. étonnement.] 1. The condition of one who is stunned; hence, numbness. [Obs.] A coldness and astonishment in his loins, as folk say. Holland. 2. Confusion of mind from fear, surprise, or admiration, at an extraordinary or unexpected event; amazement. Lest the place, And my quaint habits breed astonishment. Milton. 3. Passion; excitement. [Obs. and rare.] Furious ever I thee knew to be, Yet never in this strange astonishment. Spencer. Syn.—Amazement; wonder; surprise; admiration.