What is the difference between Astonishment and Surprise and Wonder?
What is the difference between Astonishment and Surprise and Wonder? :
Astonishment :
( 1 ) Great surprise
He looked at her in astonishment.
Surprise :
( 1 ) Feeling caused by something happening suddenly or unexpectedly
To my surprise, the plan succeeded.
She looked up in surprise when I shouted.
( 2 ) Event or thing that causes this feeling
This gift came as a complete surprise to me.
Wonder :
( 1 ) Feeling of surprise mixed with admiration or bewdierment or disbelief
The children watched the conjurer in silent wonder.
They were filled with wonder at the sight.