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
treadto step or walk on or over
pretendto give a false appearance of being, possessing, or performing
shackhut
atheistica person who does not believe in the existence of a god or any gods : one who subscribes to or advocates atheism
engulfto flow over and enclose : overwhelm
bruntthe principal force, shock, or stress (as of an attack)
incognitowith one's identity concealed
catechismoral instruction
slighthaving a slim or delicate build : not stout or massive in body
irreverencelack of reverence