Meaning of the word awe in English

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awe

US /ɑː/

UK /ɑː/

a feeling of reverential respect mixed with fear or wonder

Example:

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The Grand Canyon filled them with awe.

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She gazed at the ancient ruins with awe.

Synonym:

wonder reverence veneration admiration respect

inspire with awe

Example:

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The sheer scale of the mountains awed them.

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His performance awed the entire audience.

Synonym:

impress overawe overwhelm astonish stagger

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