Miraculously

/mɪˈrækjʊləsli/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

In a way that is extraordinary and unexplainable by natural laws; as if by a miracle.

The old church was miraculously saved from the fire that destroyed everything else nearby.

In a way that suggests divine intervention or a remarkable occurrence.

She miraculously recovered from her illness despite doctors' low expectations.

Describing an event that is extremely surprising and unlikely to occur.

The team miraculously scored a last-minute goal to win the match.

In a manner that defies logic or reason.

The child miraculously solved the complex puzzle that had baffled adults for hours.

The word miraculously comes from the Latin 'miraculum' meaning 'a wonder' + the adverbial suffix '-ly'.

miraculous escape

An escape that is astonishing and seems impossible.

miracle worker

Someone who is exceptionally skilled at achieving something remarkable.

miracle

An extraordinary event that is not explicable by natural or scientific laws.

miraculous

Occurring through a miracle; extraordinary and unexplainable.

Against all odds.

She got the promotion, miraculously!

A lucky break.

His car started, miraculously, after the accident.