as in amazement
the rapt attention and deep emotion caused by the sight of something extraordinary
was in awe of the sinewy Olympic runners
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Recent Examples of awe
Daniela Avila,
PEOPLE,
19 June 2026
Amazon shoppers are in awe of Missha’s multifaceted glow-booster.
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Sophie Wirt,
InStyle,
19 June 2026
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
11 Mar. 2026
The nearby Wasserturm predates it by at least 100 years, having been built some time after 1262, likely under Berthold von Steinbrunn, abbot of Murbach, who had become ruler of the region and is believed to have undertaken the challenging project to awe his subjects and assert his power.
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Encyclopedia Britannica,
4 Mar. 2026
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Noun
His ability to lead creatively and take action while also maintaining a sense of childlike wonder and awe was so inspiring.
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Daniela Avila,
PEOPLE,
19 June 2026
Amazon shoppers are in awe of Missha’s multifaceted glow-booster.
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Sophie Wirt,
InStyle,
19 June 2026
Verb
Remote and mysterious, Rapa Nui continues to awe visitors who wonder how its earliest navigators found this isolated corner of the Pacific.
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Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
11 Mar. 2026
The nearby Wasserturm predates it by at least 100 years, having been built some time after 1262, likely under Berthold von Steinbrunn, abbot of Murbach, who had become ruler of the region and is believed to have undertaken the challenging project to awe his subjects and assert his power.
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Encyclopedia Britannica,
4 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for awe
Noun
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The two, alongside friend Cameron Munro, were among the thousands of Scottish supporters who descended on Fenway Park earlier this week, to the amazement and delight of many Red Sox fans.
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Even his core interest in creatures, so often a well of amazement and positivity, couldn’t pull him up.
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More than 30 years later, what amazes me isn’t just what that team accomplished on the field.
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This technology still amazes me.
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To the astonishment of many a Bobhead, Dylan’s guitarist Doug Lancio was replaced in Santa Barbara by Julian Lage, the youngish jazz star known for his work with Gary Burton and John Zorn.
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Much to Bear’s astonishment, the wish comes true, but with unintended consequences as Nikki dangerously obsesses over him and resorts to deadly measures to prove her love for him.
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Honorable Mentions Toverland, Netherlands One of the most innovative parks in the world for families, Toverland astounded me with its attention to detail.
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Dev’s capacity for overestimating the appeal of his ideas and projects continues to astound me.
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The consequences are admiration, trust and loyalty—earned, not commanded.
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Lan traced his instinct toward stories rooted in place and personal memory to his admiration for Taiwan filmmaker Hou Hsiao-hsien.
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Petrescu told me that she was dismayed by the decision to send Ahmed.
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Head coach Sean McVay appeared dismayed during and after the selection.
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And with the World Cup now running through July 19, these emotions of wonderment won’t go anywhere anytime soon.
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Those not buoyed by lottery luck must pay a premium to enjoy the green wonderment that awaits beyond Augusta National’s gates.
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Seated beside Rosado on Wednesday, Lopez appeared appalled at what had transpired in recent weeks.
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Democratic lawmakers were predictably appalled by Pulte’s selection.
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“Awe.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/awe. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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