wonder: 意味と定義

One that arouses awe, astonishment, surprise, or admiration; a marvel: "The decision of one age or country is a wonder to another” ( John Stuart Mill).

The emotion aroused by something awe-inspiring, astounding, or marvelous: gazed with wonder at the northern lights.

An event inexplicable by the laws of nature; a miracle.

A feeling of puzzlement or doubt.

A monumental human creation regarded with awe, especially one of seven monuments of the ancient world that appeared on various lists of late antiquity.

To have a feeling of awe or admiration; marvel: "She wondered at all the things civilization can teach a woman to endure” ( Frances Newman).

To have a feeling of surprise.

To be filled with curiosity or doubt.

To feel curiosity or be in doubt about: wondered what happened.

Arousing awe or admiration.

Wonderful.

Far superior to anything formerly recognized or foreseen.

for a wonder As a cause for surprise; surprisingly.