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wonder

The word “wonder” has 2 syllables: won-der

It's pronounced as /ˈwʌndər/

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In the thesaurus, “wonder” has 52 synonyms and 18 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for wonder along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for wonder

Antonyms for wonder

Meanings of wonder

  • noun
    1. Something that causes amazement or awe; a marvel.
    2. Something astonishing and seemingly inexplicable.
    3. Someone very talented at something, a genius.
    4. The sense or emotion which can be inspired by something curious or unknown; surprise; astonishment, often with awe or reverence.
    5. A mental pondering, a thought.
    6. A kind of donut; a cruller.
  • verb
    1. To be affected with surprise or admiration; to be struck with astonishment; to be amazed; to marvel; often followed by at.
    2. To ponder; to feel doubt and curiosity; to query in the mind.

Example Sentences

  • I often wonder what life would be like in another country.
  • The children gazed in wonder at the fireworks.
  • You can’t help but wonder how they built such huge pyramids.
  • It’s no wonder she succeeded, she worked very hard.
  • People still wonder about the mystery of the lost city.

On this page you'll find 70 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to wonder, such as: absorption, admiration, amazement, animation, apathy, apparition, appearance.

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