miraculous
3 synonyms and 2 antonyms for miraculous, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Caused by or resembling a miracle; impossible to explain through ordinary means.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use miraculous
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
miraculous recovery
miraculous escape
Etymology
From Middle French miraculeux, from the same root as "miracle."
Full origin of miraculous →Frequently asked questions
What does “miraculous” mean?
The word “miraculous” means caused by or resembling a miracle; impossible to explain through ordinary means. In plain terms, describing something so surprising or fortunate it feels like a miracle.
How do you pronounce “miraculous”?
“Miraculous” is pronounced mih-RAK-yuu-luhs (/məˈɹæk.jə.ləs/ in IPA).
How do you use “miraculous” in a sentence?
Here is “miraculous” used in a sentence: “Doctors called her recovery miraculous.”
What part of speech is “miraculous”?
“Miraculous” is an adjective.
Where does the word “miraculous” come from?
The word “miraculous” comes from Middle French. From Middle French miraculeux, from the same root as "miracle.".
Is “miraculous” a common word?
“Miraculous” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “miraculous” have?
“Miraculous” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: caused by or resembling a miracle; impossible to explain through ordinary means.
