Definitions
- Describing something that is wonderful or amazing. - Expressing admiration or appreciation for something that is impressive or extraordinary. - Used to describe something that is delightful or enjoyable.
- Describing something that is of very high quality or standard. - Expressing approval or admiration for something that is outstanding or exceptional. - Used to describe something that is very good or effective.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words express admiration or appreciation for something.
- 2Both words are used to describe something that is of high quality or standard.
- 3Both words can be used to describe a positive experience or feeling.
What is the difference?
- 1Intensity: Marvellous is often used to describe something that is wonderful or amazing, while excellent is used to describe something that is of very high quality or standard.
- 2Subjectivity: Marvellous is more subjective and emotional, while excellent is more objective and factual.
- 3Usage: Marvellous is less common than excellent in everyday language.
- 4Connotation: Marvellous has a more informal and enthusiastic connotation, while excellent can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
Remember this!
Marvellous and excellent are synonyms that both express admiration or appreciation for something that is of high quality or standard. However, marvellous is more subjective and emotional, often used to describe something that is wonderful or amazing, while excellent is more objective and factual, used to describe something that is of very high quality or standard.
