Found 2 items, similar to overawe.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: overawe overawe v : subdue, restrain, or overcome by affecting with a feeling of awe; frighten (as with threats) [syn: cow]
English → English (gcide) Definition: Overawe Overawe \O`ver*awe"\, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Overawed; p. pr. & vb. n. Overawing.] To awe exceedingly; to intimidate or subjugate or restrain by awe or great fear. [1913 Webster] The king was present in person to overlook the magistrates, and overawe these subjects with the terror of his sword. --Spenser. [1913 Webster]