Wonderment: meaning, definitions and examples

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wonderment

 

[ หˆwสŒndษ™rmษ™nt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

emotional state

Wonderment is a noun that describes a state of awe or marvel at something that is surprising or remarkable. It often refers to the feeling of being filled with admiration and curiosity. This emotion can arise in response to natural phenomena, artistic creations, or unexpected events. Wonderment is a powerful human experience that can enhance our appreciation for the world around us and inspire both creativity and exploration.

Synonyms

admiration, astonishment, awe, marvel

Examples of usage

  • The child's eyes were filled with wonderment at the magic show.
  • She looked at the night sky in wonderment, amazed by the stars.
  • His speech left a sense of wonderment among the audience.
  • Exploring the ancient ruins filled me with wonderment.

Translations

Translations of the word "wonderment" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น maravilha

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค†เคถเฅเคšเคฐเฅเคฏ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Wunder

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ keajaiban

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดะธะฒัƒะฒะฐะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ cud

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้ฉšใ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท merveille

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ maravilla

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท harika

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฒฝ์ด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฏู‡ุดุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zรกzrak

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ zรกzrak

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฅ‡่ฟน

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ฤudeลพ

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ undr

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า“ะฐะถะฐะนั‹ะฟ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒ˜แƒฃแƒ แƒžแƒ แƒ˜แƒ–แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mรถcรผzษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ maravilla

Etymology

The word 'wonderment' has its origins in the Middle English term 'wonderment,' which is derived from the combination of 'wonder' and the suffix '-ment.' The word 'wonder' itself comes from the Old English 'wundor,' which means 'a marvel or a strange occurrence.' Over time, 'wonder' evolved to encompass feelings of surprise, admiration, and curiosity. The suffix '-ment' transforms the verb 'wonder' into a noun that expresses the state or condition of being wonderstruck. This progression reflects the evolution of language and the way humans have sought to articulate complex emotional experiences. As a term, 'wonderment' gained traction in literature and philosophy, often associated with the appreciation of beauty and the mysteries of life. In modern usage, it conveys the profound sense of curiosity and joy one feels when encountering the extraordinary.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,434, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.