Wondering
As a Verb (Present Participle of “Wonder”)
- Thinking about something with curiosity or uncertainty.
- Feeling doubt or amazement about a situation or possibility.
- Questioning or speculating about something unknown.
As an Adjective (Less Common Usage)
- Expressing curiosity or amazement.
- Showing uncertainty or hesitation.
As Other Form
- Wonder (Verb/Noun): To feel curiosity or amazement; a feeling of surprise or admiration.
- Wonderment (Noun): A state of awe or amazement.
Word History
The word wondering comes from wonder, which originates from the Old English wundrian, meaning “to be amazed” or “to marvel.” Over time, it expanded to include curiosity, speculation, and uncertainty.
Examples
- She was wondering if she should call him.
- I’m wondering what will happen next.
- He had a wondering expression as he looked at the stars.
Synonyms
Questioning, curious, pondering, speculating, doubtful
Related Words
Amazed, considering, uncertain, intrigued
Antonyms
Knowing, certain, sure, confident
