stand in awe



stand in awe (of someone or something)

Fig. to be overwhelmed with respect for someone or something. Many people stand in awe of the president. Bob says he stands in awe of a big juicy steak. I think he's exaggerating.
See also: awe, stand

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
SaibhSIEVIrish
Arti-Indian, Hindi, Marathi
Alaia-Basque
Miumee-ooJapanese
Riccarda-Italian
ZoeZO-ee (English), DZO-e (Italian)English, Greek, Italian, Ancient Greek