Synonyms for

Marvel

Verb / ˈmɑ:rvʌl / Another word for marvel — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To be filled with wonder or amazement

Synonyms & similar words

wonder astonish stun amaze surprise wow fascinate astound impress delight wonder bewilder startle dazzle enchant mesmerize captivate enrapture thrill excite enthrall

Synonyms by register

Formal

wonder astonishment amazement awe

Informal

wow cool amazing unbelievable

Literary

prodigy wonderment miracle

Antonyms

disregard ignore overlook underestimate belittle scorn

Common collocations

  • a marvel of engineering
  • a true marvel
  • marvel at the sight
  • marvel at nature
  • marvel at the stars
  • marvel of modern science
  • marvel of the age

Word family

noun marvel
verb marvel

Usage note

As a noun, 'marvel' refers to something that causes wonder or astonishment. As a verb, it means to be filled with wonder or astonishment.

Example sentences

  1. I marvel at how fast you can run!
  2. She was marveling at the magician's tricks.
  3. The audience was marveling at the acrobat's performance.
  4. He always marvels at the beauty of nature.
  5. I marvel at how smart my little sister is.

Quotes

  • “The universe is full of magical things patiently waiting for our wits to grow sharper.” - Eden Phillpotts
  • “The more clearly we can focus our attention on the wonders and realities of the universe about us, the less taste we shall have for destruction.” - Rachel Carson
  • “The world is full of magical things patiently waiting for our wits to grow sharper.” - Bertrand Russell

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