The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word WONDERED
I've seen this crossword clue in The Guardian
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More clues leading to the result WONDERED
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What does WONDERED mean?
WONDERED verb- To be affected with surprise or admiration; to be struck with astonishment; to be amazed; to marvel; often followed by at.
- To ponder; to feel doubt and curiosity; to query in the mind.
- Wonderful, extraordinary.