American English
/ˈɑ.s/
2 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
Related entry: awe
A powerful feeling of wonder and respect, often caused by something beautiful, powerful, or much larger than usual.
Practice out loudA powerful feeling of wonder and respect, often caused by something beautiful, powerful, or much larger than usual.
The view of the mountains filled us with awe.
She looked at the ancient temple in awe.
Awe is not simply fear; it often includes admiration.
a sense of awe · feel a deep sense of awe · awe and wonder · stand in awe
be/stand in awe of + person or thing
fill someone with awe
To make someone feel great wonder and respect.
The huge waterfall awed the visitors.
We were awed by the strength of the storm.
awe visitors · awe the audience · be awed by nature
awe + person
be awed by + person or thing
feeling great wonder and respect for someone or something
The children were in awe of the giant dinosaur.
to feel awe while looking at someone or something
We stood in awe of the canyon.