Wonder

/ˈwʌndər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A feeling of amazement and admiration, caused by something beautiful, remarkable, or unfamiliar.

The wonder of the Northern Lights left the travelers speechless.

A person or thing that is astonishing or extraordinary.

The ancient pyramids are considered one of the wonders of the world.

verb

To feel curious or to be in a state of amazement.

I wonder what lies beyond the horizon.

To feel doubt or uncertainty about something.

She wondered if she had made the right choice.

Middle English, from Old English wundor; related to Old High German wuntar, Gothic wunda.

wonder of nature

The extraordinary aspects of the natural world.

I wonder if

A phrase used when pondering a question.

wonder drug

A medication that has remarkable effects.

curiosity

A desire to learn or know about something.

fascination

The state of being intensely interested in something.

amazement

A feeling of great surprise or wonder.

To be in awe or impressed.

That magic trick was wonder-worthy!

To express curiosity or questioning.

I'm just wonderin' what the plan is for tonight.