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- pronunciation:
- aw
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
- features:
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noun |
| definition: |
a very strong feeling of wonder mixed with respect or fear.
We were in awe of the sunrise.- synonyms:
- reverence, wonder
- similar words:
- amazement
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| related words: |
admiration, esteem, worship |
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| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
awes, awing, awed |
| definition: |
to cause to feel awe.
The size of the elephant awed the little boy.- synonyms:
- overwhelm
- similar words:
- amaze, astonish, move, overcome, stun, terrify
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| related words: |
surprise |
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