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wonderment

noun won·der·ment \-mənt\

: a feeling of being surprised or amazed

Full Definition of WONDERMENT

: a cause of or occasion for wonder

: astonishment, surprise

: curiosity about something

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First Known Use of WONDERMENT

15th century

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Synonyms: admiration, amazement, astonishment, awe, wonder

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wonderment

noun won·der·ment \ˈwən-dər-mənt\

Definition of WONDERMENT for Kids

: amazement

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