awe-inspiring

[ aw-in-spahyuhr-ing ]

adjective

1. causing awe; spectacular; magnificent:

   an awe-inspiring cathedral; an awe-inspiring sunset.

awe-inspiring

adjective

1. causing or worthy of admiration or respect; amazing or magnificent

Word History and Origins

Origin of awe-inspiring¹

First recorded in 1805–15

Related Words

• amazing
• astonishing
• awesome
• breathtaking
• remarkable
• stunning
• wonderful