marvellous
Britishadjective
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causing great wonder, surprise, etc; extraordinary
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improbable or incredible
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excellent; splendid
Other Word Forms
- marvellously adverb
- marvellousness noun
Example Sentences
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"Our attacking play was marvellous throughout the whole game. I'm really impressed and proud."
From BBC • Feb. 13, 2026
Pamela said she has felt "marvellous" since getting engaged.
From BBC • Feb. 6, 2026
“I’m just thrilled to be joining the team and all the new bakers to come. I wish the marvellous Prue all the best, and am giddily grateful for the opportunity!”
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 26, 2026
Other authors and previous Children's Laureates who have welcomed the announcement included Dame Jacqueline Wilson, who said it was "a marvellous idea".
From BBC • Oct. 24, 2025
It swam to the side, and then with marvellous agility a froglike figure climbed out of the water and up the bank.
From "The Two Towers" by J. R. R. Tolkien
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