gorge

A gorge is a deep and narrow valley with steep sides, often found between mountains. A river might flow through it.

Imagine you're going on a hike in the countryside. You come across a stunning landscape with towering cliffs surrounding a beautiful river that flows gently through it. That's a gorge! The word can also refer to a feeling of excitement or being overawed by something, like "the gorge of the opera performance was so overwhelming".

In everyday conversation, people might say things like "We drove through the gorge and it was breathtaking" or "I felt a sense of awe as I stood in the gorge." The word is often used to describe natural landscapes that leave you speechless. In some cases, the term can also be used metaphorically, implying something intense or exciting – like being swept away by a strong emotion.