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marvel

Noun CEFR C2 Standard
ˈmɑɹvl̩

Definitions

  1. That which causes wonder; a prodigy; a portent.
  2. A surname.
  3. Ellipsis of Marvel Comics.
  4. That which causes wonder; a prodigy; a portent
  5. Wonder, astonishment.
  6. Ellipsis of Marvel Studios.
  7. Wonder, astonishment
  8. Clipping of Marvelverse
  9. To become filled with wonderment or admiration; to be amazed at something
  10. To wonder at
  11. To cause to wonder or be surprised

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Examples

“The mysteries of this wonderful universe rise⟳ more palpable upon the departing spirit, so soon to mingle with their marvels.”
“He found ways to film fiery, elaborate car-wrecks, keeping everything visually clear and beautiful without killing or even seriously injuring anyone. On a sheer technical level, the movie is a marvel.”
“No maruel though you bite⟳ so sharp at reasons,”
“You read⟳ not any where that Eſau had faith, no not ſo much as a little: Therefore no marvel, if where, the fleſh only bears ſway […]”
“Use⟳ lessens marvel.”
“There’s the Thor fly⟳ in tribute of the God of Thunder, played in Marvel by Chris Hemsworth. Its scientific name⟳ is “Daptolestes bronteflavus,” which is derived from Latin like⟳ most scientific names – and translates to “blond thunder.””

CEFR level

C2
Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
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