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overawe

/ˌoʊvəˈɔː/ verb · British & US
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What does overawe mean?

verb

To fill someone with a feeling of great respect and fear, because of someone's power or achievement. To impress someone very much.

Example

"The grandeur of the palace was designed to overawe the visitors."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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