awesome
|awe-some|
B2
/ˈɔːsəm/
impressive
Etymology
Etymology Information
'awesome' originates from the English word 'awe,' which comes from Old Norse 'agi,' meaning 'fear or dread.'
Historical Evolution
'awe' transformed from the Old English word 'ege' and eventually became the modern English word 'awe,' leading to the formation of 'awesome.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'inspiring fear or dread,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'extremely impressive or excellent.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
extremely impressive or daunting; inspiring great admiration, apprehension, or fear.
The view from the top of the mountain was awesome.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35