marvel
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
something that is very impressive or surprising.
a person or thing that evokes wonder, astonishment, or intense admiration.
Simple“The new bridge is a marvel of modern engineering.”
In context“The ancient city remains an architectural marvel, featuring complex irrigation systems that still function after two millennia.”
UsageOften used in the phrase 'a marvel of [something]'.
Synonyms - 02 B1 Intermediate
a famous brand of comic books and movies featuring superheroes like Spider-Man.
a proper noun referring to Marvel Comics or Marvel Studios, often used as a modifier for their shared fictional universe.
Simple“He has seen every Marvel movie released in the last ten years.”
In context“The success of the Marvel cinematic franchise has fundamentally altered the way major studios approach long-term narrative planning.”
Teacher's tipIn modern conversation, this is most frequently used as a proper noun for the entertainment brand.