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Translate files Miracle
/ˈmɪr.ə.kl/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A surprising and welcome event that is not explicable by natural or scientific laws and is therefore considered to be the work of a divine agency.
The recovery of the patient was nothing short of a miracle.
An extraordinary event or accomplishment that causes great wonder or admiration.
Winning the championship after being the underdog was a true miracle for the team.
An exceptional development or occurrence.
The birth of her child was a miracle in her life.
A remarkable or unexplainable event.
It was a miracle that they survived the earthquake.
Etymology
Middle English, from Old French 'miracle', from Latin 'miraculum', from 'mirari' meaning 'to wonder'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
miracle worker
A person who performs miraculous feats or accomplishments.
miracle of life
A term often used to refer to the wonder of birth or the process of living.
a miracle happens
A phrase indicating that something unexpected and remarkable has occurred.
Related Words
wonder
A feeling of amazement and admiration, typically due to something beautiful, remarkable, or unfamiliar.
gift
Something given voluntarily without payment in return, often a sign of goodwill.
Slang Meanings
A surprising success or outcome.
The way he pulled off that trick was a total miracle!
An unexpected positive change.
If we win this game, it'll be a miracle.