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miracle

[ˈmɪrəkl]

miracle Definition

  • 1an extraordinary and welcome event that is not explicable by natural or scientific laws and is therefore attributed to a divine agency
  • 2a remarkable event or development that brings very welcome consequences

Using miracle: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "miracle" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    It was a miracle that no one was hurt in the accident.

  • Example

    The recovery of the lost child was a miracle.

  • Example

    The team's victory was a miracle.

  • Example

    The healing of the sick woman was considered a miracle.

miracle Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for miracle

Antonyms for miracle

Idioms Using miracle

  • something that is surprising and unexpected but not as impressive as a real miracle

    Example

    It was a minor miracle that he managed to finish the project on time despite all the setbacks.

  • a treatment or remedy that is believed to be able to cure a disease or condition completely and quickly

    Example

    The new drug was hailed as a miracle cure for cancer.

  • work miracles with something

    to be very skilled at using something to achieve a particular result

    Example

    She works miracles with a paintbrush, creating beautiful artworks.

Phrases with miracle

  • perform miracles

    to do something that seems impossible or very difficult

    Example

    The new medicine performed miracles on the patient's condition.

  • work miracles

    to have a very good effect on someone or something

    Example

    The new coach worked miracles on the team's performance.

  • a miracle of modern science/technology

    something that is very impressive because it has been made possible by recent scientific or technological advances

    Example

    The new prosthetic limb is a miracle of modern technology.

Origins of miracle

from Latin 'miraculum', meaning 'wonderful thing'

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Summary: miracle in Brief

A 'miracle' [ˈmɪrəkl] is an extraordinary and welcome event that cannot be explained by natural or scientific laws and is often attributed to a divine agency. It can also refer to a remarkable event or development that brings very welcome consequences. Examples include the recovery of a lost child or the healing of a sick person. Phrases like 'perform miracles' and 'work miracles' denote doing something seemingly impossible or having a very good effect on someone or something.

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