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.

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renowna state of being widely acclaimed and highly honored : fame
makeshifta usually crude and temporary expedient : substitute
shimmerto shine with a soft tremulous or fitful light : glimmer
tinta usually slight or pale coloration : hue
lethalof, relating to, or causing death
donto put on (an article of clothing)
treatisea systematic exposition or argument in writing including a methodical discussion of the facts and principles involved and conclusions reached
monochromatichaving or consisting of one color or hue
mustyimpaired by damp or mildew : moldy
fanaticismfanatic outlook or behavior