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Word: Wonder
Speech Type: Noun
Old English wundor (noun), wundrian (verb), of Germanic origin; related to Dutch wonder and German Wunder, of unknown ultimate origin
ˈwʌndə
a feeling of amazement and admiration, caused by something beautiful, remarkable, or unfamiliar
Short Definition:feeling of amazement and admiration
Examples:- he observed the intricacy of the ironwork with the wonder of a child
a person or thing regarded as very good, remarkable, or effective
Short Definition:person or thing regarded as very good
Examples:- we all eat cakes from Gisella—she's a wonder
a surprising event or situation
Short Definition:surprising event or situation
Examples:- it is a wonder that losses are not much greater
Word: Wonder
Speech Type: Verb
ˈwʌndə
desire to know something; feel curious
Short Definition:desire to know something
Examples:- how many times have I written that, I wonder?
- I can't help wondering how Georgina's feeling
feel doubt
Short Definition:feel doubt
Examples:- even hereditary peers are inclined to wonder about the legitimacy of the place
feel admiration and amazement; marvel
Short Definition:feel admiration and amazement
Examples:- people stood by and wondered at such bravery
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