Synonyms for

Wonder

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

Definition

to feel curious or to be amazed by something

Synonyms & similar words

inquire curiosity wonderment admiration question marvel enquire amaze astonish marvel doubt enquire inquire question speculate surprise

Synonyms by register

Formal

astonishment amazement awe marvel

Informal

wow gee gosh no way

Literary

wonderment bewilderment fascination

Antonyms

certainty knowledge familiarity understanding ignorance disbelief

Common collocations

  • wonder why
  • wonder if
  • wonder about
  • wonder at
  • full of wonder
  • a sense of wonder
  • wander and wonder
  • wonder aloud

Word family

noun wonder
verb wonder
adjective wonderful
adverb wonderfully

Usage note

As a verb, 'wonder' is often followed by 'if' or 'whether' to express uncertainty or curiosity. It can also be followed by a wh-clause (e.g., 'I wonder why he left').

Example sentences

  1. I wonder what Santa Claus looks like.
  2. I wonder how many stars are in space.
  3. The children looked at the fireworks in wonder.
  4. I always wonder why cats purr.
  5. I wonder if it will rain tomorrow.

Quotes

  • The world is full of magical things patiently waiting for our wits to grow sharper. - Bertrand Russell
  • It is not in the stars to hold our destiny but in ourselves. - William Shakespeare
  • The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll go. - Dr. Seuss

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