awe · noun U /ɔː/
awe
C2 a feeling of great respect and sometimes fear
Dictionary example:
I was filled with awe at the sheer size of the building.
Learner example:
As a child growing up, the presence of my grandmother filled me with awe. (Certificate of Proficiency in English; C2; Greek)
be in awe of sb
C2 to feel great respect for and sometimes fear of someone
Dictionary example:
As children we were rather in awe of our grandfather.
Learner example:
As I was the eldest of [the] siblings, they used to respect all my orders and [even] now, they are a bit in awe of me. (Certificate of Proficiency in English; C2; Polish)
