Synonyms for

Marvellous

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

Definition

causing great wonder or astonishment; extraordinary

Synonyms & similar words

improbable marvelous wonderful tremendous tall miraculous grand fantastic howling wondrous rattling terrific amazing awesome excellent fantastic incredible phenomenal splendid superb terrific wonderful astonishing breathtaking dazzling mind-blowing spectacular stunning sublime supreme unbelievable unreal

Synonyms by register

Formal

extraordinary remarkable splendid superb

Informal

great fantastic awesome brilliant wicked

Literary

wondrous sublime august

Antonyms

ordinary common usual unremarkable mediocre terrible awful

Common collocations

  • truly marvellous
  • absolutely marvellous
  • quite marvellous
  • marvellous experience
  • marvellous day
  • marvellous achievement
  • marvellous weather

Word family

noun marvel
verb marvel
adjective marvellous
adverb marvellously

Usage note

Marvellous is a British English spelling; the American English equivalent is marvelous. It generally expresses strong admiration or delight.

Example sentences

  1. The sunset over the ocean was marvellous.
  2. The magician's tricks were marvellous.
  3. The cake tasted marvellous.
  4. The sculpture was a marvellous work of art.
  5. The concert was a marvellous experience.

Quotes

  • 'She looked like a marvellous jewel', said the King.
  • 'It's a marvellous night for a Moondance.' - Van Morrison
  • 'A dream you dream alone is only a dream. A dream you dream together is reality.' - John Lennon

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