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overawing

UK
/ˌəʊvəˈɔːɪŋ/
US
/ˌoʊvərˈɔɪŋ/

Translations

overaweverb

overawing

Gerund

overawed
Past Simple
overawed
Past Participle
overawing
Gerund
UK
/ˌəʊvəˈɔː/
US
/ˌoʊvərˈɔ/
intimiderPar la prestance, l’autorité ou la solennité.
The imposing presence of the general overawed the new recruits into silence.
La présence imposante du général intimida les nouvelles recrues jusqu’au silence.
Additional translations
méduserSoutenu; souligne l’effet de saisissement mêlé d’admiration ou de crainte.
Synonyms
intimidate
stun
impress
astonish
daunt
dismay
overawegerund / present participle

overawing

Participial adjective meaning 'intimidating; inspiring awe'
intimidantQui inspire la crainte ou impose le respect.
The overawing display of fireworks lit up the night sky.
Le spectacle intimidant des feux d’artifice illumina le ciel nocturne.
Synonyms
awe-inspiring
intimidating
daunting
formidable
imposing
overpowering
impressive
breathtaking
stunning
awesome

Definitions

overaweverb
To subdue, restrain, or intimidate (someone) by inspiring awe, fear, or reverence.
The imposing presence of the general overawed the new recruits into silence.
overawegerund / present participle
Causing overwhelming awe or intimidation.
The overawing display of fireworks lit up the night sky.
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