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miracle
What does miracle mean?
miracle (noun): an event that appears inexplicable by the laws of nature and so is held to be supernatural in origin.
Definition: Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0.
How do you pronounce miracle?
/ˈmɪɹəkəl/ (IPA, American English). The app reads every word aloud.
Where does miracle come from?
From Middle English miracle, from Old French miracle.
Etymology: Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Words related to miracle
From Princeton WordNet 3.1.
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What does “miracle” mean?
a conclusive success following an effort, conflict, or confrontation of obstacles; victory; conquest
Not quite: that's what triumph means.
feelings, especially tender feelings, as apart from reason or judgment, or of a weak or foolish kind
Not quite: that's what sentiment means.
an event that appears inexplicable by the laws of nature and so is held to be supernatural in origin
Right! That's what “miracle” means.
a person who acts a part in a theatrical play or (later) in film or television; a dramatic performer
Not quite: that's what actor means.
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