Phenomenon

Pronunciation: /fəˈnɑməˌnɑn/

Definitions of phenomenon

noun a fact or situation that is observed to exist or happen, especially one whose cause or explanation is in question

Example Sentences

A1 Rainbows are a beautiful natural phenomenon.

A2 The Northern Lights are a stunning natural phenomenon.

B1 The phenomenon of climate change is a major concern for scientists.

B2 The phenomenon of mass migration has become a global issue.

C1 The phenomenon of quantum entanglement is a complex concept in physics.

C2 The phenomenon of artificial intelligence is reshaping various industries.

Examples of phenomenon in a Sentence

formal The scientist studied the phenomenon of bioluminescence in deep-sea creatures.

informal Have you noticed that strange phenomenon happening in the sky?

slang That phenomenon is totally blowing my mind!

figurative The phenomenon of love is a mysterious force that can't be explained.

Grammatical Forms of phenomenon

• past tense: phenomenon
• plural: phenomena
• comparative: more phenomenal
• superlative: most phenomenal
• present tense: phenomena
• future tense: will be phenomenon
• perfect tense: has been phenomenon
• continuous tense: is being phenomenon
• singular: phenomenon
• positive degree: phenomenal
• infinitive: to be phenomenon
• gerund: phenomenoning
• participle: phenomenonized

Origin and Evolution of phenomenon

First Known Use: 1605 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'phenomenon' originated from the Greek word 'phainomenon' which means 'that which appears or is seen'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'phenomenon' has come to refer to any observable event or occurrence that is remarkable or extraordinary.