overawe — to fill someone with wonder or fear; to intimidate by superior display of power or knowledge
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to fill someone with wonder or fear; to intimidate by superior display of power or knowledge
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌoʊvərˈɔː/
Example Sentences
- The rookie was completely overawed when he met his basketball idol and couldn't say a single word.
- She tried not to be overawed by the luxurious restaurant, but kept staring at the gold chandeliers.
- The CEO's presence overawed the new employees during their first meeting.
overawe
VERB[/ˌoʊvərˈɔː/]
to fill someone with wonder or fear; to intimidate by superior display of power or knowledge
to fill someone with wonder or fear; to intimidate by superior display of power or knowledge
The dragon's claw displays its raw power to overawe!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Overawe is a compound word formed from 'over' (above, beyond) and 'awe' (reverence, wonder), which developed to mean impressing someone with overwhelming force or authority that surpasses mere respect.
Breakdown
over- (above, beyond) + awe (reverence, wonder), where 'over-' intensifies the sense of awe into a state of being overwhelmed or subdued by power or grandeur.
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📝Examples
“The rookie was completely overawed when he met his basketball idol and couldn't say a single word.”
“She tried not to be overawed by the luxurious restaurant, but kept staring at the gold chandeliers.”
“The CEO's presence overawed the new employees during their first meeting.”
“Don't let the fancy equipment overawe you - it's just a gym, not a spaceship!”
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