Pronunciation

/ˈfænəˌnəmən/

Definitions

• Noun: A remarkable or unusual event, occurrence, or natural phenomenon. It can also refer to a general characteristic or feature of something. For example: “The aurora borealis is a stunning natural phenomenon.”
• Adjective: Characteristic or typical of a particular place, time, or situation. For example: “The archaeological findings provided a unique cultural phenomenon.”

Phrases

• “A scientific phenomenon” refers to a natural or observed behavior that can be studied scientifically.
• “Cultural phenomenon” describes a widespread and influential trend or idea within a society.
• “Social phenomenon” denotes a widely observed pattern of behavior or practice in society.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The rapid spread of technology has become a global phenomenon.”
• Adjective: “The Renaissance was a significant artistic phenomenon in European history.”
• Verb: “Explorers marveled at the strange and fascinating phenomena they encountered on their expeditions.”

Synonyms

• Occurrence
• Enigma
• Oddity
• Wonder
• Spectacle
• Trend
• Phenomenon (itself can function as a noun, so it’s a synonym when used as such)