Awe

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Awe often combines respect with a positive type of fear, admiration for something vast or powerful. SlideHe watched the volcano erupt in awe.
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Natural WondersPlay
Awe is commonly felt when encountering magnificent natural scenery or phenomena. SlideStanding before the towering redwoods, she was silent in awe.
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Things that suggest vastness or infinity, like the night sky, often evoke a sense of awe. SlideThe endless stars above filled them with awe.