miracle

noun C1 Formal

Meaning

A miracle is an extraordinary event or phenomenon that is perceived to transcend natural laws, often attributed to a divine or supernatural cause, and is characterized by its capacity to inspire awe or profound wonder in observers.

💡 While often associated with religious contexts, the term "miracle" can also be used in secular contexts to describe remarkable occurrences in various fields, such as science or personal achievement, though care should be taken to avoid trivializing genuine miraculous experiences.

Example Sentences

It was a miracle that everyone survived the severe storm .

The discovery of the vaccine was considered a scientific miracle .

The discovery was considered a miracle in the field of medicine .

The product launch was a miracle that boosted our sales significantly .

Word in Context

After an unrelenting winter the communal garden appeared desolate and neglected . Then a single rosebud unfurled on a gnarled stem , its colour vivid against the bare beds . Neighbors paused , their habitual indifference interrupted , and an elderly woman murmured that it felt like a miracle . They began tending the soil and talking to the plants , convinced that deliberate care could coax further growth . Within a week the plot showed tentative recovery , and the small transformation reminded everyone how inconspicuous events can unexpectedly uplift a community .

Common Phrases

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