WONDERFULLY Synonyms: 78 Similar and Opposite Words

wonderfully

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as in marvelously

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Recent Examples of wonderfully Schmieder was noting how biology really does have its own workflows and build processes, similar to a digital construct or complex ecosystem, yet wonderfully different. — John Werner, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026 Collectible, colorful, and wonderfully over the top, their swirling pattern brings personality to any pour. — Mina Dragani, Architectural Digest, 14 Aug. 2026 But, still, there’s something wonderfully evocative about a scene that has welcomed generations of fans to this place. — Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026 Soon after, the Macklowe Gallery owners sold that place and grabbed a rental across from Lincoln Center, spending their time traveling, working, and enjoying a wonderfully free, untethered life. — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 13 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for wonderfully

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The program opened marvelously with Los Panchos, a Mexican trio originally formed in New York in 1944.

— Classical Music Critic, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026
There’s a running gag about vampires peeing blood at public urinals This marvelously fun shift in tone more than justifies the title change.

— Judy Berman, Time, 2 June 2026

Definition of marvelously

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Still, there are strains of deeper sadness and discomfort here, largely in the passive-aggressive tension between Kim’s character and her onscreen mother (superbly played by a new recuit, veteran TV star Choi Myeonggil).

— Guy Lodge, Variety, 15 Aug. 2026
The latter can be superbly made, and can add something special to the process, but does require a little more practice to get comfortable with.

— BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of superbly

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That includes simple double-ribbon tail lights, a delightfully unfussy side profile, and absolutely astounding headlights that somehow emanate from jewellike strips that run across the nose of the vehicle.

— Marco Della Cava, Robb Report, 24 Aug. 2026
Angie Nixon’s people power Nixon won the primary in the most delightfully American way.

— Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of delightfully

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On 13 May 2026, by which time his book had gone to press, the South Carolina supreme court sensationally overturned the murder conviction, citing ‘shocking jury interference’ by the clerk to the court.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 25 June 2026
Every congressional candidate endorsed by Zohran Mamdani won—including, most sensationally, Darializa Avila Chevalier, who ousted the ten-year incumbent, Adriano Espaillat.

— Julian Lucas, New Yorker, 24 June 2026

Definition of sensationally

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Supercar unveilings are usually gloriously theatrical but the reveal of the latest one has been called ‘the greatest ever’ by some observers across social media.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 25 Aug. 2026
The dough, enriched with eggs, butter, and sugar, is gloriously fluffy, wrapped around the rich filling.

— Nina Moskowitz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of gloriously

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For a deliciously scented, growth-boosting wash routine, try the Vegamour GRO Revitalizing Shampoo and Conditioner Kit.

— Rebecca Norris, InStyle, 16 Aug. 2026
There’s wisdom and depth to the film’s themes of growing old, dashed dreams and the magic of rediscovery, plus a deliciously ironic final twist.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of deliciously

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Here in the famous Festival Theatre, the sprite Ariel, played in splendidly sprightly fashion by Marissa Orjalo, opens up the top of a piano, a piece of island flotsam and Prospero, in the form of the veteran actor Geraint Wyn Davies, shoves his coat inside, throws up his hands and closes the lid.

— Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 26 June 2026
And here is a helpful tip — a teaspoon of honey enhances the flavors splendidly.

— Ed Silverman, STAT, 16 June 2026

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