Meaning & Definition of Miraculous in English
Miraculous
Occurring through divine or supernatural intervention
Pronunciation:
/mɪˈræk.jə.ləs/Part of Speech:
adjectiveDetailed Definitions
Definition: Extraordinarily wonderful or surprising.
Example Sentence: The team's miraculous comeback in the game left everyone in awe.
Definition: Relating to or having the nature of a miracle.
Example Sentence: The miraculous healings attributed to the saint are well-documented.
Definition: Done or achieved in an unexpected and extraordinary manner.
Example Sentence: Her miraculous escape from the accident seemed almost unbelievable.
Etymology
Origin: Late Middle English: from Latin 'miraculosus', from 'miraculum' meaning 'a miracle'.
Synonyms
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.
Translations
- Spanish: milagroso
- French: miraculeux
- German: wunderbar
- Russian: чудесный
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.