awe
nounUK /ɔː/
US /ɔː/
A feeling of wonder and respect for something very big or special.
The children stared in awe at the giant dinosaur skeleton.
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2. A feeling of fear mixed with respect.
The villagers stood in awe of the erupting volcano.
3. To fill someone with wonder and respect.
The magician's tricks awed the whole audience.
4. Great respect for someone important or powerful.
She spoke of the old teacher with awe.
5. A state of being amazed by something grand.
He gazed at the starry sky in awe.