Basic Details
Word: Miraculous
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Something so amazing it seems impossible or like a miracle.
Synonyms: Extraordinary, astonishing, incredible
Antonyms: Ordinary, unremarkable, mundane
Idioms and Phrases
- Miraculous recovery: A sudden and unexpected return to health after a serious illness. Example: "After being sick for weeks, her miraculous recovery amazed everyone."
- Miraculous event: An occurrence that is remarkable or unbelievable. Example: "The rescue of the trapped hikers was considered a miraculous event by the entire community."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The doctor said that it was a miraculous turn of events that saved the patients life.
Example 2: The team celebrated their miraculous win, which no one thought was possible.
Example 3: The little girl believed her lost toy would return to her by miraculous means.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "miraculous" comes from the Latin word "miraculum," which means "to wonder at"? It has been used for centuries to describe events that inspire awe and admiration.
Famous Quote
"Miracles happen to those who believe in them." Bernard Berenson
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "miraculous" mean?
a) Something normal
b) Something so amazing it seems impossible
c) Something boring
d) Something ordinary
Answer: b) Something so amazing it seems impossible
2. Which of these is a synonym of "miraculous"?
a) Extraordinary
b) Regular
c) Average
d) Simple
Answer: a) Extraordinary
3. What is the antonym of "miraculous"?
a) Amazing
b) Extraordinary
c) Mundane
d) Incredible
Answer: c) Mundane
4. Which sentence correctly uses the word "miraculous"?
a) The miraculous cat jumped to the moon.
b) It was a miraculous sight when the sun set over the ocean.
c) The miraculous dog barked loudly.
d) She felt miraculous about her homework.
Answer: b) It was a miraculous sight when the sun set over the ocean.
5. Which idiom refers to a remarkable event?
a) Miraculous recovery
b) Ordinary day
c) Catching flies
d) Over the moon
Answer: a) Miraculous recovery
