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wonder

noun

ˈwən-dər How to pronounce wonder (audio)
Definition of wondernext
1
as in marvel
something extraordinary or surprising the cunningly crafted miniature of our house is a wonder, perfect in every detail

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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

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Recent Examples of wonder Meanwhile, ageless wonder Derrick Henry began his 11th NFL season with 163 scrimmage yards and three touchdowns in a 41-23 drubbing in Indianapolis. — Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 15 Sep. 2026 Working along with the council's group of scientists and experts, Lamm is bullish about bringing clarity to a long-standing investigation and wonder of UAP. — Leonard David, Space.com, 14 Sep. 2026 The Scene The Bayeux Tapestry, which went on display in the British Museum this week, is one of the wonders of the medieval world. — Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson, semafor.com, 11 Sep. 2026 The musicians, discreetly performing at the back of the stage under the guidance of Mesoamerican instruments director Christopher García, charge the air with percussive Indigenous wonder. — Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 11 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for wonder
Recent Examples of Synonyms for wonder
  1. marvel
  2. amazement
  3. miracle
  4. astonishment
  5. phenomenon
  6. wonderment
  7. admiration
Noun
  • Here, age-old traditions fuse with contemporary flavors, archaeological marvels meet modernist museums, rugged peaks are juxtaposed against verdant plains, and stretches of sandy shorelines lead to charming inland villages.
    — Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Sep. 2026
  • In 1959, Disneyland debuted an attraction that was, at the time, a technical and fantastical marvel.
    — Julie Tremaine, PEOPLE, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of marvel
Noun
  • Dos Santos stared toward the clock in amazement after finishing the 400-meter hurdles Thursday night at the Diamond League meet in Zurich.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Sitting in a swivel chair in a hotel conference room, Victor Peng stares out the window at the Chicago River with a look of amazement.
    — Tal Rosenberg, Chicago Tribune, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of amazement
Noun
  • A number of cases of possible miracles are under review at the Vatican.
    — Joe Holden, CBS News, 15 Sep. 2026
  • On Sunday, the plan appeared no more complex than hoping that Bruno Fernandes or Kobbie Mainoo could produce a miracle pass or, in the first half, that Marcus Rashford could generate momentum by skipping past defenders.
    — Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2026
Definition of miracle
Noun
  • When Hinton quit in May 2023, AI was mostly a story of astonishment.
    — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 10 Sep. 2026
  • Then, as the sparks fly behind him and the crowd screams in astonishment, the throat-busting roar of triumph.
    — Rob Tanner, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of astonishment
Noun
  • This phenomenon is fairly common, with over two-thirds of people sleeptalking at one time or another.
    — Michael R. Nadorff, The Conversation, 14 Sep. 2026
  • An already-strong El Niño just turned super as the phenomenon crosses into unprecedented territory.
    — Mary Gilbert, CNN Money, 14 Sep. 2026
Definition of phenomenon
Noun
  • The experience hooked the former Texas standout immediately, and the wonderment only grew from there.
    — Larry Holder, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026
  • Carmella says in wonderment, as if the Red Cross recommends one wait a period of time between activities.
    — Peter Larsen, Oc Register, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of wonderment
Noun
  • There’s also a substantial Spanish-language component to the anniversary set, reflecting Beyoncé’s longstanding admiration for Latin music and the artists and cultures that have shaped it.
    — SPIN Staff, SPIN, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Mostly, the 29-year-old veteran and 21-year-old rookie are forming one heck of a mutual admiration society.
    — Andrew Baggarly, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of admiration

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“Wonder.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wonder. Accessed 18 Sep. 2026.

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