Search results for 'wonder':

wonder noun 1 the state of mind produced by something extraordinary, new or unexpected; amazement or awe. 2 something that is a cause of awe, amazement or bafflement; a marvel or prodigy. adj notable for accomplishing marvels • a wonder drug. verb (wondered, wondering) 1 tr & intr to be curious • wondered about her background • wondering where you'd gone. 2 (also wonder at something) to be amazed or surprised by it • shouldn't wonder she felt ill • I wonder at you sometimes! 3 to be uncertain or undecided; to feel doubt. 4 used politely to introduce requests • I wonder if you could help me? wonderer noun. wonderment noun. do or work wonders to achieve marvellous results. no, little or small wonder it is hardly surprising. wonders never or will never cease colloq an expression of surprise at some unexpected but welcome development.
ETYMOLOGY: Anglo-Saxon wundor.