wonderful
adjective
won·der·ful
ˈwən-dər-fəl 
1
: exciting wonder : marvelous, astonishing
a sight wonderful to behold
2
: unusually good : admirable
did a wonderful job
Examples of wonderful in a Sentence
The rooms were filled with wonderful works of art.
It was a wonderful party.
You did a wonderful job.
She came home with wonderful news.
It's wonderful to finally meet you.
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Chad De Guzman, Time, 11 Sep. 2025
Stargazing is a wonderful pursuit that appeals to both the casual and dedicated observer, but views outside of cities are often much clearer and brighter thanks to different levels of light pollution.
—Harry Bennett, Space.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Opt For Character Dining Character dining is a wonderful option for multigenerational families at Disney theme parks and resorts.
—Linnea Bailey, Southern Living, 11 Sep. 2025
There’s a world of wonderful kid bed choices just a click away, from metal beds and panel beds with slats to wooden beds with footboards and no-box-spring designs.
—Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 11 Sep. 2025
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“Wonderful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wonderful. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.
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wonderful
adjective
won·der·ful
ˈwən-dər-fəl
1
: exciting wonder : marvelous
a sight wonderful to behold
2
: unusually good : admirable
did a wonderful job
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