Synonyms of wonder

wonder

noun

ˈwən-dər 

1

as in marvel

something extraordinary or surprising

the cunningly crafted miniature of our house is a wonder, perfect in every detail

Synonyms & Similar Words

• marvel
• miracle
• phenomenon
• prodigy
• sensation
• beauty
• splendor
• portent
• caution
• spectacle
• curiosity
• flash
• sight
• apparition
• appearance
• knockout
• jim-dandy
• dandy
• crackerjack
• corker

2

as in amazement

the rapt attention and deep emotion caused by the sight of something extraordinary

when we first saw the pyramids of Egypt, we gazed with open-mouthed wonder

Synonyms & Similar Words

• amazement
• astonishment
• wonderment
• admiration
• awe
• disbelief
• fascination
• reverence
• excitement
• fear
• shock
• dread
• surprise
• curiosity
• respect
• incredulity
• interest
• veneration
• enlightenment
• stimulation
• animation
• incomprehension
• absorption
• enchantment
• immersion
• involvement
• captivation
• engrossment
• enthrallment
• invigoration
• beguilement
• bewitchment
• engagement

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• indifference
• unconcern
• disinterest
• apathy
• boredom
• restlessness
• weariness
• ennui
• incuriosity
• tiredness
• tedium
• melancholy
• listlessness
• doldrums
• weltschmerz
• joylessness
• cheerlessness
• dispiritedness

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of wonder

If your goal is to see as many of the country’s natural wonders as possible, the home puts several of the west coast’s greatest hits easily within reach. — Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 29 Sep. 2026

Then leadership rolls out a new AI initiative and wonders why employees are not immediately excited about it. — Stacey Hanke, Forbes.com, 28 Sep. 2026

Other Ways to Make Disney Magic Disney is a magical place—full of whimsy, wonder, and excitement. — Kimberly Zapata, Parents, 27 Sep. 2026

Kyrgyzstan’s Saimaluu Tash valley is also home to ancient wonders that only came to light in modern times. — Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 26 Sep. 2026