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Definition awe in American English

awe noun

[uncountable] noun
/ɔ/
1

a feeling of great respect and admiration, often combined with fear

Example

The place has always inspired me with awe and wonder.

Example

They gazed in awe at their hero.

Example

He is totally in awe of his father.

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Definition awe in American English