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Marvelously - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Marvelously is an adverb meaning in a wonderful or astonishing manner. It describes actions performed with excellence, delight, or admiration, often expressing high praise. Example: She sang marvelously.

marvelously

/ˈmɑrvələsli/ /ˈmɑːvələsli/

Definition:

In a manner that causes wonder or astonishment; extremely well.

Synonyms:

wonderfully, superbly, excellently, splendidly

Part of Speech:

adverb

Antonyms:

poorly, badly, terribly

Common Collocations:

perform marvelously, work marvelously, look marvelously, sing marvelously

Derivatives:

marvelous, marvel, marvelling (British), marveling (American)

Usage Tips:

Use "marvelously" to emphasize exceptional quality or skill in actions or appearances.

Common Phrases:

marvelously talented, marvelously successful, marvelously crafted

Etymology:

Derived from "marvelous," from Old French "merveilleus," meaning wonderful or astonishing.

Examples:

  • 1. She danced marvelously at the recital.
  • 2. The cake turned out marvelously despite her inexperience.
  • 3. He handled the situation marvelously under pressure.
  • 4. The team worked together marvelously to win the match.

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