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awe

/ɔ/

Meanings
noun
A feeling of fear and reverence.

Examples :

"The awe-inspiring performance of the school orchestra filled the auditorium. "
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Related Words

Illustration classroom

classroom noun

/ˈklɑːsɹʊm/

A room, often in a school, where classes take place

"The children were excited to go to their classroom in the morning. "

Illustration inspiring

inspiring verb

/ɪn.ˈspaɪ(ə)ɹɪŋ/

To infuse into the mind; to communicate to the spirit; to convey, as by a divine or supernatural influence; to disclose preternaturally; to produce in, as by inspiration.

"The teacher's passionate speech inspired the students to work harder on their projects. "

Illustration auditorium

auditorium noun

/ɔː.dɪˈtɔː.ɹɪ.əm/ /ˌɔ.dəˈtɔ.ɹi.əm/

A large room for public meetings or performances.

"The school auditorium was packed with students for the annual talent show. "

Illustration principal

principal noun

/ˈpɹɪnsəpəl/ /ˈpɹɪnsəp̬əl/

The money originally invested or loaned, on which basis interest and returns are calculated.

"A portion of your mortgage payment goes to reduce the principal, and the rest covers interest."

Illustration orchestra

orchestra noun

/ˈɔːkəstɹə/ /ˈɔɹkəstɹə/

A large group of musicians who play together on various instruments, usually including some from strings, woodwind, brass and/or percussion; the instruments played by such a group.

"The orchestra played a beautiful piece of music at the school concert. "

Illustration reputation

reputation noun

/ˌɹɛpjʊˈteɪʃən/

What somebody is known for.

"My sister's reputation for being organized helped her excel in school. "

Illustration passionate

passionate noun

/ˈpæʃənət/

A passionate individual.

"Her passion for baking was a powerful motivating force. "

Illustration punishments

punishments noun

/ˈpʌnɪʃmənts/

The act or process of punishing, imposing and/or applying a sanction.

"The school's punishments for tardiness include detention and writing apologies. "

Illustration explanation

explanation noun

/ˌɛkspləˈneɪʃən/

The act or process of explaining.

"The explanation was long and drawn-out."

Illustration reverence

reverence noun

/ˈɹɛv.ə.ɹəns/

Veneration; profound awe and respect, normally in a sacred context.

"The students showed reverence for their teacher, recognizing her extensive knowledge and dedication. "

Illustration performance

performance noun

[pə.ˈfɔː.məns] [pɚ.ˈfɔɹ.məns]

The act of performing; carrying into execution or action; execution; achievement; accomplishment; representation by action.

"the performance of an undertaking or a duty"

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amazement noun

/əˈmeɪz.mənt/

The condition of being amazed; overwhelming wonder, as from surprise, sudden fear, horror, or admiration; astonishment.

"The children stared in amazement as the magician pulled a rabbit from his hat. "