awe inspiring - Master This Word
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awe inspiring Word Meanings
- causing a feeling of strong admiration
- evoking awe or wonder
- extremely impressive or moving
awe inspiring Word Etymology
(awe + inspiring). Derived from Old English 'ege' meaning dread, and 'inspire' from Latin 'inspirare' meaning to breathe into. Imagine standing at the edge of a grand canyon, feeling small yet deeply moved by its majestic beauty.
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Step 1: Meaning
What does 'awe inspiring' mean?
A.Boring and unexciting
B.Causing feelings of admiration and wonder
C.Difficult to understand
D.Simple and straightforward
Step 2: Usage
Which sentence uses 'awe inspiring' correctly?
A.The book was awe inspiring, making me fall asleep.
B.The grand canyon is an awe inspiring sight that takes your breath away.
C.His speech was awe inspiring, but I couldn't hear it well.
D.The weather was awe inspiring, with its normal sunshine.
Step 3: Similar Words
Which word is most similar to 'awe inspiring'?
A.Dull
B.Impressive
C.Mundane
D.Ordinary
Step 4: Opposite Words
What is the opposite of 'awe inspiring'?
A.Unimpressive
B.Magnificent
C.Stunning
D.Remarkable
Step 5: Mastery
Can you think of a real-life scenario of something considered awe inspiring?
A.Experiencing a breathtaking sunrise over the mountains
B.Watching a movie on a rainy day
C.Doing simple math problems
D.Reading a news article about local events
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