Definition

A magical or beautiful place that often exists in stories or dreams.

Example

The children imagined their backyard as a wonderland filled with fairies and talking animals.

Conversation

Have you ever been to a place that felt like a wonderland?

Yes! I visited a beautiful garden last summer that was absolutely magical.

That sounds amazing! I'd love to experience a wonderland like that.

You should definitely go; it was like stepping into a fairy tale.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Wonderland → It is formed from "wonder" (from Old English "wundor", meaning a marvel or something extraordinary) and "land" (from Old English "land", meaning ground or territory). The word "wonderland" refers to a place filled with marvels or extraordinary things.

Memory Tip

Imagine a place where everything is a marvel or extraordinary — that's what a wonderland is, combining the idea of 'wonder' with 'land'.

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