awe-inspire

English

Etymology

Back-formation from awe-inspiring.

Verb

awe-inspire (third-person singular simple present awe-inspires, present participle awe-inspiring, simple past and past participle awe-inspired)

  1. (transitive) To cause awe in; to make awed.
    • 2007, Roy F. Baumeister, Kathleen D. Vohs, Encyclopedia of Social Psychology, volume 1:
      Upon recovery from the experience, the awe-inspired individuals then go forth and spread word of it, often performing great deeds or miracles that induce awe (and awe-inspired changes) in those who witness […]
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