Meaning of in awe of in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Qualitative Adjective
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Qualitative Adjective

    in awe of

    Definitions

    1. having or showing a feeling of mixed reverence and respect and wonder and dread

    Examples

    • « stood in awed silence before the shrine »
    • « in grim despair and awestruck wonder »

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