Meaning of the word wonder in English
What does wonder mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
wonder
US /ˈwʌn.dɚ/
UK /ˈwʌn.dɚ/
Noun
1.
a feeling of surprise mingled with admiration, caused by something beautiful, unexpected, unfamiliar, or inexplicable
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The Grand Canyon filled them with wonder.
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It's a place of natural wonder.
2.
a surprising or unusual event, thing, or person
Example:
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The new bridge is an engineering wonder.
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It's no wonder he's tired after working all night.
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Verb
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2.
feel admiration and surprise; be amazed
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I wondered at his courage.
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They all wondered at the beautiful sunset.
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