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marvel - Meaning and Examples

Meaning of 'marvel' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Marvel [ n.]
- That which causes wonder; a prodigy; a miracle.
- Wonder.
2 . Marvel [ v. i.]
- To be struck with surprise, astonishment, or wonder; to wonder.
3 . Marvel [ v. t.]
- To marvel at.
- To cause to marvel, or be surprised; -- used impersonally.

Meaning of 'marvel' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . marvel [ n]
Meaning (1):
- something that causes feelings of wonder
Example in sentence:
  • the wonders of modern science
2 . marvel [ v]
Meaning (2):
- be amazed at
Example in sentence:
  • We marvelled at the child's linguistic abilities