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Meaning of overawe
To inspire a feeling of great respect or fear, often because someone or something is very powerful, impressive, or intimidating.
Etymology of overawe
The word "overawe" originated in the 15th century, from the Old Norse words "yfir" meaning "over" and "agi" meaning "fear" or "dread", which were combined to form the Old English word "ōferāgan", meaning "to terrify" or "to intimidate"
Historically, the word was used to describe the feeling of being overwhelmed or intimidated by someone or something, often because of their power, strength, or authority
Synonyms
intimidate
dismay
daunt
frighten
terrify
cow
subdue
humble
abash
disconcert
unsettle
unnerve
impress
amaze
astonish
astound
bewilder
confound
discomfit
discomfort
disquiet
disturb
flabbergast
horrify
humble
humiliate
incapacitate
incapacitate
unsettle
Definitions
- To fill someone with a feeling of great respect or fear, because they are very powerful, impressive, or intimidating
- To make someone feel less confident or less powerful, because they are impressed or intimidated by someone or something else
Usage Examples
- The grandeur of the cathedral overawed the tourists, who felt small and insignificant in its presence
- The CEO's aggressive business tactics overawed her competitors, who were afraid to challenge her
- The beauty of the natural landscape overawed the hikers, who felt a sense of awe and wonder at its majesty