n. Dread; fear, as of something evil.n. Fear mingled with admiration or reverence; reverential fear; feeling inspired by something sublime, not necessarily partaking of the nature of fear or dread.n. Overawing influence.n. Synonyms Reverence, Veneration, etc. See reverence, n.To inspire with fear or dread; terrify; control or restrain by the influence of fear.To strike with awe, reverence, or respect; influence by exciting profound respect or reverential fear.To owe.n. One of the float-boards of an undershot water-wheel, on which the water acts.n. One of the sails of a windmill.