verb

marvel

Translation

to marvel, to wonder, to be astonished

I marvel at her incredible patience.

She marveled that he had survived the fall.

She marvelled that he had survived the fall.

((at sth./sb.)) to be filled with wonder at (sth./sb.) We marveled at the beautiful sunset.

((that ...)) to be surprised or astonished that... He marveled that she could be so calm.

Synonyms: wonder, be amazed, be astonished

From Old French 'merveille' (a wonder), from Latin 'mirabilia' (wonderful things).

Think of 'Marvel' comics and movies, which are full of wonders and amazing heroes.