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sonder

/sɒndər/ noun · British & US
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What does sonder mean?

noun

The realization that each random passerby is living a life as vivid and complex as your own; the awareness of the intricate web of stories that surround us.

Example

"As she walked through the crowded street, she felt a pang of sonder, wondering what each person's story was."

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