Definition of awednext

awed

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verb

past tense of awe

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of awed
Adjective
Given the dramatic manner in which the hulking piers marched down the center of the institution’s narrow corridor, flanked by the photographer’s three-inch-square Polaroids, hung as if in awed supplication, the effect verged on hyperbole, the gnomic ceding to the grandiose. — James Quandt, Artforum, 2 June 2026 Even from my extremely suboptimal vantage point in the very front corner of the theater, I was awed by the depth and crispness of the 3D imagery. — Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 7 May 2026 Castro, who spent the day with Mejia and often translated for her, described Mejia as awed and giddy throughout the day. — Emiliano Tahui Gómez, Austin American Statesman, 17 Mar. 2026 And the second-to-none acoustics, with 10,000 state-of-the-art fiber panels that project sound throughout the theater, will leave you awed. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for awed
Recent Examples of Synonyms for awed
Adjective
  • We were challenged, excited, amazed, and inspired during our unforgettable experiences around the country.
    — Sara Sturek, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Sep. 2026
  • Hard to find anybody who is not amazed by both his talent and his humility.
    — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 14 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • Honorable Mentions Toverland, Netherlands One of the most innovative parks in the world for families, Toverland astounded me with its attention to detail.
    — Zachary Laks, Travel + Leisure, 15 May 2026
  • The film features numerous long-winded monologues, including one delivered by Tracy that astounded Shatner on set.
    — Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 22 Feb. 2026
Adjective
  • Further stories illuminate emotional realities burrowed deep within enormously likeable characters, often moving the reader (or this reader anyway) to astonished tears.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 21 Apr. 2026
  • One that draws more approving thumbs-ups, creates more astonished grins, or pulls more phones from pockets for impromptu photographs and video—especially in stunning Verde Ermes metallic paint.
    — Michael Harley, Forbes.com, 19 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • The cast, who had been supportive of Paul’s controversy and mental-health struggles before the cancellation, were appalled at a video leaked in March of Paul throwing a stool at her ex, Dakota Mortensen, that almost hit her young daughter.
    — Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 22 Sep. 2026
  • Mansur, who desperately longs to be reunited with his own mother, is appalled.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 11 Sep. 2026
Adjective
  • In an interview Wednesday with The Sacramento Bee, the bill’s author, Assemblymember Alex Lee, D-San Jose, said he was disappointed by the veto but wasn’t surprised.
    — Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 24 Sep. 2026
  • The Panthers this time, though, won’t be surprised if they’re rewarded for it.
    — Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 24 Sep. 2026

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“Awed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/awed. Accessed 26 Sep. 2026.

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