He gazed at the stars, feeling small and insignificant.

Meaning: As he looked at the vastness of the universe, he felt insignificant in comparison.

Choice of Words: Gazed means to look at something for a long time, often with admiration or wonder. Stars are celestial bodies that emit light and heat. Feeling is the experience of an emotion or sensation. Small means not large in size or quantity. Insignificant means unimportant or lacking value.

Alternative Expressions

Related Expressions