adv. [f. prec. + -LY2.] In amazed manner; with stupidity, bewilderment, consternation (obs.); with astonishment, or wonder.

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1590.  Shaks., Mids. N., IV. i. 153. My Lord, I shall reply amazedly, Halfe sleepe, halfe waking. Ibid. (1605), Macb., IV. i. 126. Why Stands Macbeth thus amazedly?

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1640.  Bp. Hall, Chr. Moder., 17/1. Looked somewhat amazedly upon the mass of plate and treasure.

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1879.  Miss Braddon, Vixen, III. 29. To stare amazedly at the passing carriage.

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