Meaning & Definition of word "Miraculous"
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Miraculous
/mɪˈræk.jə.ləs/
adjective:
- 1. Occurring through divine or supernatural intervention, or in a way that is extraordinary or unexplainable.
- Example: The doctors were amazed by the miraculous recovery of the patient, who was once considered terminally ill.
- 2. Relating to, or having the characteristics of a miracle.
- Example: She told a miraculous story about how she survived the accident against all odds.
- 3. Highly improbable and bringing very welcome consequences.
- Example: Winning the lottery felt like a miraculous event in her otherwise ordinary life.
Etymology
Late Middle English: from Latin 'miraculosus', from 'miraculum' meaning 'a miracle'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
miraculous recovery:
A sudden and unexpected improvement in health.
miraculous event:
An occurrence that seems beyond natural laws and is often attributed to divine intervention.
Related Words
miracle:
An extraordinary event that is not explicable by natural or scientific laws.
wonder:
A feeling of amazement and admiration, caused by something beautiful, remarkable, or unfamiliar.
Slang Meanings of miraculous
Meaning: Awesome to the point of disbelief.
Example Sentence: That performance was so good, it was miraculous!
Meaning: A surprising and delightful occurrence.
Example Sentence: Finding that perfect outfit at a sale felt miraculous.