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Wonderful

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

Definition

causing feelings of wonder or delight; excellent

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Common collocations

  • wonderful experience
  • wonderful time
  • wonderful news
  • wonderful job
  • wonderful day
  • wonderful surprise

Word family

noun wonder

Usage note

Wonderful is a very common and positive adjective. It can be used in most contexts, but is generally considered less formal than 'magnificent' or 'splendid'.

Example sentences

  1. The sunset was so beautiful, it was a wonderful sight to see.
  2. The cake tasted wonderful and everyone loved it.
  3. My parents planned a wonderful trip to the beach for our vacation.
  4. I had a wonderful time with my friends at the park.
  5. The flowers in the garden looked wonderful in the sunshine.

Quotes

  • 'The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched - they must be felt with the heart.' - Helen Keller
  • 'The world is full of magic things, patiently waiting for our senses to grow sharper.' - W.B. Yeats
  • 'Life is full of beauty. Notice it. Notice the bumble bee, the small child, and the smiling faces. Smell the rain, and feel the wind. Live your life to the fullest potential, and fight for your dreams.' - Ashley Smith

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