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mar·vel

marvel

 
 
pronunciation:
mar vl
parts of speech:
noun, verb
part of speech: noun
definition: a thing, person, or event that causes wonder or amazement.
His invention is a mechanical marvel.
synonyms:
miracle, phenomenon, wonder
similar words:
sensation, sight, spectacle
 
part of speech: verb
inflections: marvels, marveling, marveled
definition: to be filled with wonder or amazement.
The audience marveled at the magician's tricks.
synonyms:
wonder