Marvellous

Pronunciation: /ˈmɑrvələs/

Definitions of marvellous

adjective An adjective is a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun. In this case, 'marvellous' is an adjective that describes something as wonderful, excellent, or extraordinary.

Example Sentences

A1 The children had a marvellous time at the playground.

A2 She found a marvellous book at the library.

B1 The view from the top of the mountain was absolutely marvellous.

B2 The marvellous architecture of the cathedral left me in awe.

C1 The chef prepared a marvellous five-course meal for us.

C2 The marvellous performance by the orchestra received a standing ovation.

Examples of marvellous in a Sentence

formal The architecture of the cathedral is truly marvellous.

informal I had a marvellous time at the concert last night.

slang That new restaurant is absolutely marvellous, you should check it out.

figurative Her ability to juggle work and family responsibilities is nothing short of marvellous.

Grammatical Forms of marvellous

• past tense: marvelled
• plural: marvellous
• comparative: more marvellous
• superlative: most marvellous
• present tense: marvel
• future tense: will marvel
• perfect tense: have marvelled
• continuous tense: is marvelling
• singular: marvellous
• positive degree: marvellous
• infinitive: to marvel
• gerund: marvelling
• participle: marvelling

Origin and Evolution of marvellous

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'marvellous' originated from the Old French word 'merveilleux' which came from the Latin word 'mirabilis'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe something causing wonder or astonishment, the word 'marvellous' has evolved to also mean excellent or delightful in modern usage.