Marvelously: meaning, definitions and examples
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marvelously
[ ˈmɑːr.vəl.əs.li ]
adverb describing an action
In a marvelous manner; wonderfully. Extremely well or skillfully.
Synonyms
excellently, fantastically, superbly, wonderfully.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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marvelously |
Used to describe something done in an astonishingly good or impressive manner. Often conveys a sense of wonder.
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wonderfully |
Used to describe something done in an excellent and delightful manner. Often suggests pleasure or enjoyment.
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fantastically |
Used to describe something in an extremely good or impressive manner, often with a hint of exaggeration or enthusiasm.
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superbly |
Used to describe something done in a way that is impressively excellent or top-notch. Often suggests perfection.
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excellently |
Used when something is done in a highly skilled and effective way. Typically indicates high quality or competence.
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Examples of usage
- She performed marvelously in the competition.
- The magician executed the trick marvelously.
- The team played marvelously and won the game.
adjective describing something impressive or extraordinary
Causing wonder or astonishment. Excellent; splendid.
Synonyms
amazing, extraordinary, impressive, spectacular.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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marvelously |
Typically used when expressing delight or admiration, often in everyday conversation.
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amazing |
Common in casual speech and writing to describe something extremely good or surprising.
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extraordinary |
Best suited for describing something or someone that is notably exceptional or unusual.
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impressive |
Used to highlight something that causes admiration due to its quality or skill.
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spectacular |
Ideal for describing something that is visually stunning or extremely striking.
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Examples of usage
- The view from the top of the mountain was truly marvelous.
- She had a marvelous collection of rare books.
- The artist's work was simply marvelous.
Translations
Translations of the word "marvelously" in other languages:
🇵🇹 maravilhosamente
🇮🇳 अद्भुत रूप से
🇩🇪 wunderbar
🇮🇩 dengan luar biasa
🇺🇦 дивовижно
🇵🇱 cudownie
🇯🇵 素晴らしく
🇫🇷 merveilleusement
🇪🇸 maravillosamente
🇹🇷 harika bir şekilde
🇰🇷 훌륭하게
🇸🇦 بشكل رائع
🇨🇿 nádherně
🇸🇰 úžasne
🇨🇳 精彩地
🇸🇮 čudovito
🇮🇸 dásamlega
🇰🇿 ғажап
🇬🇪 საოცრად
🇦🇿 möhtəşəm şəkildə
🇲🇽 maravillosamente
Etymology
The word 'marvelously' originates from the Middle English term 'merveillous', which came from the Old French 'merveillos', ultimately derived from the Latin 'mirabilis' meaning 'wonderful'. Over time, its usage evolved to convey a sense of wonder and excellence, becoming a popular term to describe something extraordinary or superb.
See also: marvellous, marvelous.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #25,853, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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- 25850 disheveled
- 25851 intricacy
- 25852 abrasions
- 25853 marvelously
- 25854 cravat
- 25855 unevenness
- 25856 cranked
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