Definitions
- Describing a feeling of wonder and admiration towards something impressive or extraordinary. - Referring to being deeply moved or inspired by something awe-inspiring. - Talking about being overwhelmed by the grandeur or beauty of something.
- Expressing a feeling of surprise, astonishment, or disbelief. - Referring to being impressed or astounded by something unexpected or extraordinary. - Talking about being amazed by someone's skills, talents, or achievements.
List of Similarities
- 1Both describe strong positive emotions.
- 2Both can be used to express admiration or astonishment.
- 3Both can be used to describe reactions to impressive or extraordinary things.
What is the difference?
- 1Emotion: Awed describes a feeling of wonder and admiration, while amazed expresses surprise or astonishment.
- 2Cause: Awed is often caused by something grand or beautiful, while amazed can be caused by something unexpected or impressive.
- 3Intensity: Awed implies a deeper and more profound emotional response, while amazed can be a more general feeling of surprise or astonishment.
- 4Focus: Awed emphasizes the feeling towards the object or experience, while amazed can also focus on the person or their abilities.
- 5Usage: Awed is less commonly used than amazed in everyday language.
Remember this!
Awed and amazed both describe strong positive emotions, but they differ in their specific meanings and usage. Awed is used to express a feeling of wonder and admiration towards something grand or beautiful, while amazed is used to express surprise or astonishment, often towards something unexpected or impressive. Awed implies a deeper and more profound emotional response, while amazed can be a more general feeling of surprise. Additionally, awed is less commonly used than amazed in everyday language.
