elképesztette

Elképesztette is a Hungarian verb. It is the past tense, third-person plural form of the verb "elképeszt," which means to amaze, astound, or flabbergast. Therefore, "elképesztette" translates to "they amazed," "they astounded," or "they flabbergasted" in English.

The verb "elképeszt" is derived from the root word "képes," meaning capable or able. The prefix "el-" often denotes a completed action or a departure. The combination suggests something that goes beyond normal capability, hence the meaning of amazement.

This verb is commonly used to describe a situation where a group of people experienced a profound sense of surprise or wonder. For example, a performance might have "elképesztette" the audience, or a discovery could have "elképesztette" the scientific community. The intensity of the emotion conveyed by "elképesztette" is usually quite high, indicating a reaction beyond simple surprise. It implies a state of being utterly taken aback by something extraordinary or unexpected.