overawe

/ˌoʊvərˈɔ/
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Other forms: overawed; overawing; overawes

Definitions of overawe
  1. verb
    subdue, restrain, or overcome by affecting with a feeling of awe; frighten (as with threats)
    synonyms: cow
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    types:
    buffalo
    intimidate or overawe
    type of:
    awe
    inspire awe in
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