wonder meaning and definition

WONDER noun

Definition of wonder (noun)

1. the feeling aroused by something strange and surprising
   • synonyms: admiration, wonderment
2. something that causes feelings of wonder
   • "the wonders of modern science"
   • synonyms: marvel
3. a state in which you want to learn more about something
   • synonyms: curiosity

WONDER verb

Definition of wonder (verb)

1. have a wish or desire to know something
   • "He wondered who had built this beautiful church"
   • synonyms: enquire, inquire
2. place in doubt or express doubtful speculation
   • "I wonder whether this was the right thing to do"; "she wondered whether it would snow tonight"
   • synonyms: question
3. be amazed at
   • "We marvelled at the child's linguistic abilities"
   • synonyms: marvel