Wonder Definition & Meaning
wonder
- noun
- the feeling aroused by something strange and surprising
- something that causes feelings of wonder; "the wonders of modern science"
- a state in which you want to learn more about something
- verb
- have a wish or desire to know something; "He wondered who had built this beautiful church"
- place in doubt or express doubtful speculation; "I wonder whether this was the right thing to do"; "she wondered whether it would snow tonight"
- be amazed at; "We marvelled at the child's linguistic abilities"
"Wonder" in song lyrics
See how wonder is used in real songs:
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"It's 8-One, not 8th Wonder"
2 Hungry Bros. present 8thW1 — Say My Name Right -
"When you hear the sound, they'll stop and wonder"
2 Live Crew — Ghetto Bass II -
"The kinda stuff that'll make you wonder"
69 Boyz — Get Together
Words that rhyme with wonder
Usage tips for "wonder"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "wonder" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for wonder to find words that pair well.