
Awe
Positive Fear
Awe often combines respect with a positive type of fear, admiration for something vast or powerful.

He watched the volcano erupt in awe.
Natural Wonders
Awe is commonly felt when encountering magnificent natural scenery or phenomena.

Standing before the towering redwoods, she was silent in awe.
Vastness Impact
Things that suggest vastness or infinity, like the night sky, often evoke a sense of awe.

The endless stars above filled them with awe.
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AdmirationAmazementAstonishRespectReverenceVenerateWonder
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