GRE Word List

AWE

an emotion variously combining dread, veneration, and wonder that is inspired by authority or by the sacred or sublime

The meaning of the word awe is an emotion variously combining dread, veneration, and wonder that is inspired by authority or by the sacred or sublime.

Random words

WordMeaning
corrosivetending or having the power to corrode
sluggishaverse to activity or exertion : indolent
rhapsodya portion of an epic poem adapted for recitation
suavitysmoothly though often superficially gracious and sophisticated
hortatoryhortative
relinquishto withdraw or retreat from : leave behind
dauntto lessen the courage of : cow
hullthe outer covering of a fruit or seed
coupa sudden decisive exercise of force in politics and especially the violent overthrow or alteration of an existing government by a small group : coup d'Γ©tat
trothloyal or pledged faithfulness : fidelity