wonder

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wonder
ˈwʌndə Listen
Meanings
noun
  • a feeling of amazement and admiration, caused by something beautiful, remarkable, or unfamiliar.
    E.g. he observed the intricacy of the ironwork with the wonder of a child
  • a person or thing regarded as very good, remarkable, or effective.
    E.g. we all eat cakes from Gisella—she's a wonder
  • a surprising event or situation.
    E.g. it is a wonder that losses are not much greater
verb
  • desire to know something; feel curious.
    E.g. how many times have I written that, I wonder?
  • feel doubt.
    E.g. even hereditary peers are inclined to wonder about the legitimacy of the place
  • feel admiration and amazement; marvel.
    E.g. people stood by and wondered at such bravery

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