Definition

In a way that causes admiration or amazement; in a delightful or excellent manner.

Example

The performance was wonderfully captivating, leaving the audience in awe.

Conversation

Did you see that performance last night?

Yes, it was wonderfully done!

I can't believe how talented those dancers were.

Absolutely, they really moved the audience.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Wonderfully** → It is formed from "wonder" (from Old English *wundor*, meaning a marvel or something extraordinary) and "-fully" (meaning in a manner full of). The word "wonderfully" means in a manner full of wonder or marvel.

Memory Tip

Think of experiencing something that is a 'marvel' ('wonder') and doing so 'fully' — that's why wonderfully means in a manner full of wonder.

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