WONDERMENTS Synonyms: 51 Similar and Opposite Words

wonderment

noun

ˈwən-dər-mənt

Definition of wonderment

as in amazement

the rapt attention and deep emotion caused by the sight of something extraordinary gazed in wonderment at the holiday decorations

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Recent Examples of wonderment Those not buoyed by lottery luck must pay a premium to enjoy the green wonderment that awaits beyond Augusta National’s gates. — Gabriel Burns, AJC.com, 10 Apr. 2026 Find wonderment in sharing a sunrise from Cadillac Mountain in Acadia National Park or sunset from Olmstead Point in Yosemite National Park. — Bing Pan, The Conversation, 1 Apr. 2026 Sophie’s wonderment at the ornate environment catches Benedict’s attention. — Olivia Singh, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026 The American people this morning, George, are scratching their heads in wonderment and in fear of what the president has proposed. — ABC News, 4 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for wonderment

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Noun

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
To my amazement, within a few weeks, Elizabeth had gotten into the habit of asking nicely instead of nagging.

— Debby Waldman, Parents, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of amazement

Noun

The Platts look on with astonishment when their idyllic 1970s neighborhood appears to be transported way back in time.

— David Faris, TheWeek, 30 July 2026
The revelation itself becomes part of the artwork, shifting the experience from astonishment to reflection and encouraging a more critical examination of the assumptions that shape everyday life.

— Y-Jean Mun-Delsalle, Forbes.com, 25 July 2026

Definition of astonishment

Noun

The interactions between the two groups were lovely, as KiiiKiii bowed to their seniors and expressed their admiration to the XG members.

— Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2026
For 15 seasons, Nneka has led with grace and conviction, competed with an unmistakable spark, and carried herself with a generosity and thoughtfulness that have earned the admiration of everyone across our game.

— Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of admiration

Noun

Janelle Patton, the founder of Lark Interiors, notes that picking out great bedding, towels, and window treatments will work wonders.

— Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 21 Aug. 2026
It’s done wonders for the local economy, and entirely serves the people of Bosnia and Herzegovina, as well as the surrounding regions.

— Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 19 Aug. 2026

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