miracle

Definition

  • noun: an unusual or wonderful event that is believed to be caused by the power of God
  • noun: an extraordinary event manifesting divine intervention in human affairs

Examples

  • These days, thanks to 'the miracle of television', we can watch events happening on the other side of the world.

  • She worked 'miracles' with those kids. [=she accomplished wonderful things with those kids]

  • The bridge is a 'miracle' of engineering. = The bridge is an engineering 'miracle'.

Movie quotes

  • (..) Here we go. Well? What about Mrs. Moores? Was it like the mouse? Was it... ...you know, a miracle? - Yes. Yes, it was. Damn. Now... ...I want to talk, not shout. (..)
    1999 The Green Mile
  • (..) he was... ...all better. DEAN: Oh, now, wait. You're talking about... ...an authentic healing? A praise-Jesus miracle? I am. Oh, yeah. Well, if you say it, I accept it. What's it got to do with us? - You're thinking about Melinda. (..)
    1999 The Green Mile