Awe Definition & Meaning
awe
- noun
- an overwhelming feeling of wonder or admiration; "he stared over the edge with a feeling of awe"
- a feeling of profound respect for someone or something; "the fear of God"; "the Chinese reverence for the dead"; "the French treat food with gentle reverence"; "his respect for the law bordered on veneration"
- verb
- inspire awe in; "The famous professor awed the undergraduates"
"Awe" in song lyrics
See how awe is used in real songs:
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"Had me standin all hangin with my jaw in awe"
Alex Dimez — My Big Brother -
"gun slinger ready to draw leavin the mall in awe"
A.L.I.A.S. — For the Love -
"I've been in awe"
The Ambassador — We Worship You
Words that rhyme with awe
Usage tips for "awe"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "awe" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for awe to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does awe mean?
- an overwhelming feeling of wonder or admiration; "he stared over the edge with a feeling of awe" a feeling of profound respect for someone or something; "the fear of God"; "the Chinese reverence for the dead"; "the French treat food with gentle reverence"; "his respect for the law bordered on veneration" inspire awe in; "The famous professor awed the undergraduates"
- What part of speech is awe?
- Awe is a noun and a verb.
- How many definitions does awe have?
- Awe has 3 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).