Meaning & Definition
adjective
Occurring through divine or supernatural intervention, or in a way that is extraordinary or unexplainable.
The doctors were amazed by the miraculous recovery of the patient, who was once considered terminally ill.
Relating to, or having the characteristics of a miracle.
She told a miraculous story about how she survived the accident against all odds.
Highly improbable and bringing very welcome consequences.
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.
Slang Meanings
Awesome to the point of disbelief.
That performance was so good, it was miraculous!
A surprising and delightful occurrence.
Finding that perfect outfit at a sale felt miraculous.