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Definition wonder in American English

wonder verb

verb
/ˈwʌndər/
1

to think about something because you want to know more facts or details about it

Example

"How did they find out?" she wondered.

Example

I was wondering about the best way to tell her the news.

Example

I wonder what we can do to help Sylvia.

Example

I wonder if they'll get married.

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1.1

to think about someone or something because you have doubts or are worried about them

Example

I wonder about him sometimes, I really do.

Example

I wonder whether it was wise to let her travel alone.

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2

to admire someone or something and feel surprised by how beautiful or unusual they are

Example

It's hard not to wonder at the miracle of a newborn baby.

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Definition wonder in American English