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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WordMeaning
abstainto choose not to do or have something : to refrain deliberately and often with an effort of self-denial from an action or practice
applicationan act of applying:
exacerbateto make more violent, bitter, or severe
rapporta friendly, harmonious relationship
visceralfelt in or as if in the internal organs of the body : deep
tranquillitythe quality or state of being tranquil
agilitythe quality or state of being agile : nimbleness
regaleto entertain sumptuously : feast with delicacies
avocationa subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby
culpritone accused of or charged with a crime