Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

awe

noun
/ɔː/
Definition
A feeling of profound respect and wonder, often mixed with fear or admiration.
Examples
  • She gazed at the towering mountains in awe.
  • The audience watched in awe as the magician performed his tricks.
  • He felt a sense of awe at the beauty of the night sky.
Meaning
Awe is an emotion that combines elements of amazement and reverence, typically in response to something grand, magnificent, or fearful.
Synonyms
  • admiration
  • wonder
  • reverence
  • fear
  • admiration