overawe

UK
/ˌəʊvəˈɔː/
US
/ˌoʊvərˈɔ/
overaweverb
overawed
Past Simple
overawed
Past Participle
overawing
Gerund
UK
/ˌəʊvəˈɔː/
US
/ˌoʊvərˈɔ/
Traductions
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.
Traductions supplémentaires
méduserSoutenu; souligne l’effet de saisissement mêlé d’admiration ou de crainte.
Définitions
To subdue, restrain, or intimidate (someone) by inspiring awe, fear, or reverence.
The imposing presence of the general overawed the new recruits into silence.
overawepast participle
Définitions
Filled with awe, fear, or deep respect; intimidated.
The overawed spectators watched the stunt in complete silence.
overawegerund / present participle
Définitions
Causing overwhelming awe or intimidation.
The overawing display of fireworks lit up the night sky.