Be/stand in awe of somebody/something

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verb phrase

To respect and admire someone or something greatly, to be very impressed by them.

I've always stood in awe of people who can do this job.
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Often appears as...

  • stand in awe of someone's talent
  • be in awe of nature's beauty

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Positive Emotion

Expresses a high level of positive regard and deference towards a person or thing.

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She was in awe of the Nobel laureates' contributions to science.
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Not Always Fear

Unlike some synonyms, 'in awe of' implies admiration more than fear.

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He stood in awe of the ancient redwoods, admiring their majesty.
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Non-Physical Presence

Can refer to someone's presence, achievements, or qualities, not just physical objects.

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As a young writer, I am in awe of her creative genius.
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