Wonder

biographical name

Won·​der ˈwən-dər How to pronounce Wonder (audio)
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“Wonder.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Wonder. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.

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wonder

1 of 2 noun
won·​der ˈwən-dər How to pronounce wonder (audio)
1
: something extraordinary or surprising : marvel
the pyramid is a wonder of ancient Egypt
2
a
: a feeling (as awe, astonishment, or uncertainty) caused by something extraordinary, mysterious, or new to one's experience
b
: the quality of exciting wonder
the charm and wonder of the scene

wonder

2 of 2 verb
wondered; wondering -d(ə-)riŋ How to pronounce wonder (audio)
1
: to feel surprise or amazement
2
: to have curiosity or doubt
I wondered about that
wonderer noun
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