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- pronunciation:
- wuhn
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- parts of speech:
- verb, noun
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb, noun), Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
wonders, wondering, wondered |
| definition 1: |
to feel admiration, surprise, or amazement (often followed by "at").
She wondered at his bravery in the war.- synonyms:
- marvel
- similar words:
- stare
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| definition 2: |
to want to know or be curious about.
I wonder where she is.- similar words:
- doubt, inquire, ponder, query, question
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| related words: |
ask, astound, fear |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
a thing or event that causes admiration, surprise, or amazement.
The mountains in Oregon are natural wonders.- synonyms:
- marvel, miracle
- similar words:
- curiosity, phenomenon, sight, spectacle, surprise
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| definition 2: |
the feeling that is caused by something amazing, impressive, or surprising.
I gazed in wonder at the vast ocean.- synonyms:
- admiration, amazement, awe
- similar words:
- surprise
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| related words: |
esteem, glory |
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| derivation: |
wonderer (n.) |
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