Definition of awe
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: an emotion variously combining dread, veneration, and wonder that is inspired by authority or by the sacred or sublime
stood in awe of the king regard nature's wonders with awe
awe
verb
awed; awing
Definition of awe (Entry 2 of 2)
: to inspire or fill with awe
We were awed by the beauty of the mountains.
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The first known use of awe was in the 12th century
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