miraculous Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. adjective satellite being or having the character of a miracle
    marvellous; marvelous.
  2. adjective satellite peculiarly fortunate or appropriate; as if by divine intervention
    providential; heaven-sent.
    • a heaven-sent rain saved the crops
    • a providential recovery

WordNet


Mi*rac"u*lous adjective
Etymology
F. miraculeux. See Miracle.
Definitions
  1. Of the nature of a miracle; performed by supernatural power; effected by the direct agency of almighty power, and not by natural causes.
  2. Supernatural; wonderful.
  3. Wonder-working. "The miraculous harp." Shak. -- Mi*rac"u*lous*ly, adv. -- Mi*rac"u*lous*ness, n.

Webster 1913