miraculously — in a way that seems impossible to explain by natural or scientific laws; extraordinarily
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: in a way that seems impossible to explain by natural or scientific laws; extraordinarily
Pronunciation (IPA): /mɪˈrækjələsli/
Example Sentences
- My cat miraculously learned to open the refrigerator and now guards it like a furry security system.
- The lost hiker was miraculously found after three days in the wilderness.
- He miraculously passed the exam despite studying only the night before.
miraculously
ADVERB[/mɪˈrækjələsli/]
in a way that seems impossible to explain by natural or scientific laws; extraordinarily
The climber miraculously survived a 100-meter fall with only minor scratches.
Blooming miraculously, changing spectacularly and dramatically!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin 'miraculum' (miracle), which originates from the verb 'mirari' (to wonder at, to regard with astonishment). The term passed through Middle French before becoming established in English as an adverb expressing something occurring in a way that exceeds natural explanation.
Breakdown
miracul- (from Latin miraculum, meaning miracle) + -ous (adjective-forming suffix meaning full of or characterized by) + -ly (adverb-forming suffix converting adjectives to adverbs).
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📝Examples
“My cat miraculously learned to open the refrigerator and now guards it like a furry security system.”
“The lost hiker was miraculously found after three days in the wilderness.”
“He miraculously passed the exam despite studying only the night before.”
“The plant miraculously bloomed in winter, confusing both gardeners and bees.”
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