awesome

The definition of awesome is something that is wonderful, impressive and sometimes frightening.

(adjective)

The sight of a huge, destructive tornado is an example of something that is awesome.
A play that you really like is awesome.

See awesome in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

Origin: awe + -some

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See awesome in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective

Inspiring awe: an awesome thunderstorm.
Expressing awe: stood in awesome silence before the ancient ruins.
Slang Remarkable; outstanding: “a totally awesome arcade game” (Los Angeles Times).

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