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Awestruck

usgb/ˈɔːstrʌk/Volume
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Powerful Impression

Use 'awestruck' to describe a strong, positive impact something grand or surprising has on you.

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Viewing the ancient pyramids, I was completely awestruck.
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Emotionally Charged

'Awestruck' often implies a sense of wonder mixed with a bit of reverence or fear.

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The children were awestruck by the magician's performance.
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Not Always Positive

While generally positive, 'awestruck' can describe reactions to overwhelming events, even if they're scary.

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She stood awestruck as the storm raged on.
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