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annus mirabilis

/ˈænnʊs mɪˈrɑbɪlɪs/
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Other forms: anni mirabiles

If you’ve had an amazing year filled with accomplishments and unforgettable moments, then you’ve experienced an annus mirabilis — a true "year of wonders."

This Latin phrase is used to describe a year filled with extraordinary events or achievements. Historically, it’s been applied to years that stand out in memory, like England’s 1666, known as the annus mirabilis for its remarkable scientific discoveries and military victories, despite the Great Fire of London. That said, annus mirabilis can also describe a personal year when everything seems to go right, filled with success and joy.

Definitions of annus mirabilis
  1. noun
    a year of extraordinary achievement or success
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