Inspiring awe or wonder; causing someone to feel amazement or reverence.
From 'awe' (Old English 'ege,' meaning fear or dread, later softened to wonder and reverence) plus '-ing' (present participle). The meaning evolved from fear-inspiring to wonder-inspiring.
The word 'awe' has an interesting journey—it started as pure fear in Old English, but over centuries became more about reverent amazement and wonder. Now something that's 'awesome' is great, showing how language softens emotions!
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