thaumasmus

Questions

What does thaumasmus mean?

The presentation of something as a marvel rather than in a neutrally descriptive way.

Where does thaumasmus come from?

From Latin, from Ancient Greek θαυμασμός (thaumasmós, “a wondering”).

How to pronounce thaumasmus

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