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Wonderment

usgb/ˈwʌndərmənt/Volume
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Emotional ImpactPlay
Wonderment often implies a positive and child-like fascination with something, evoking innocence and joy. SlideThe children gazed at the fireworks in wonderment.
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Powerful ExperiencePlay
Use 'wonderment' to describe moments that leave a strong, usually pleasant, impression on you or others. SlideHer first flight was an experience of sheer wonderment.
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Visual ImageryPlay
Wonderment is often used when talking about sights, suggesting the visual aspect is key to the feeling. SlideHe observed the stars' silent dance with wonderment.