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
retardto delay or impede the development or progress of : to slow up especially by preventing or hindering advance or accomplishment
anointto smear or rub with oil or an oily substance
provenderdry food for domestic animals : feed
frolicsomefull of gaiety : playful
shrewany of a family (Soricidae) of small chiefly nocturnal insectivores related to the moles and distinguished by a long pointed snout, very small eyes, and short velvety fur
persistto go on resolutely or stubbornly in spite of opposition, importunity, or warning
regattaa rowing, speedboat, or sailing race or a series of such races
futileserving no useful purpose : completely ineffective
sprightlymarked by a gay lightness and vivacity : spirited
forteone's strong point