nine days' wonder

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Definition of nine days' wonder words

noun nine days' wonder an event or thing that arouses considerable but short-lived interest or excitement. 1

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Origin of nine days' wonder

First appearance:

before 1585

One of the 35% oldest English words

First recorded in 1585-95

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Parts of speech for Nine days' wonder

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exclamation

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nine days' wonder popularity

This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 27% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.

Synonyms for nine days' wonder

noun nine days' wonder

annus mirabilis — a year of wonders, catastrophes, or other notable events
flash in the pan — a brief, sudden burst of bright light: a flash of lightning.
lollapalooza — an extraordinary or unusual thing, person, or event; an exceptional example or instance.
marvelment — The state of marvelling; amazement.

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