Overawe (Verb)
Meaning
Subdue, restrain, or overcome by affecting with a feeling of awe; frighten (as with threats).
Classification
Verbs of feeling.
Examples
- The grandeur of the ancient temple tended to overawe even the most seasoned travelers.
- Her intimidating stage presence could overawe some of her more timid colleagues into relative silence.
- The terrifying growl of the bear was enough to overawe the hikers and cause them to retreat in fear.
- The awe-inspiring beauty of the aurora borealis was one sight that could overawe even the most hardened city dweller.
- The uncompromising stance taken by the dictator's regime could overawe the opposition into submission or even utter silence.