stupefying meaning and definition

STUPEFYING adjective

Definition of stupefying (adjective)

1. so surprisingly impressive as to stun or overwhelm
   • "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"
   • synonyms: astonishing, astounding, staggering
2. making physically stupid or dull or insensible
   • "a stupefying blow to the head"; "the stupefying effects of hemp"
3. shocking with surprise and consternation
   • "the stupefying impact of the tragedy"