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reverence

[ rev-er-uhns, rev-ruhns ]

noun

  1. a feeling or attitude of deep respect tinged with awe; veneration.

    Synonyms: ,

    Antonyms:

  2. the outward manifestation of this feeling:

    to pay reverence.

  3. a gesture indicative of deep respect; an obeisance, bow, or curtsy.
  4. the state of being revered, or treated with respect tinged with awe.
  5. (initial capital letter) a title used in addressing or mentioning a member of the clergy (usually preceded by your or his ).


verb (used with object)

reverenced, reverencing.
  1. to regard or treat with reverence; venerate:

    One should reverence God and His laws.

    Synonyms: , ,

Reverence

1

/ ˈɛəəԲ /

noun

  1. (preceded by Your or His ) a title sometimes used to address or refer to a Roman Catholic priest
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

reverence

2

/ ˈɛəəԲ /

noun

  1. a feeling or attitude of profound respect, usually reserved for the sacred or divine; devoted veneration
  2. an outward manifestation of this feeling, esp a bow or act of obeisance
  3. the state of being revered or commanding profound respect
  4. saving your reverence archaic.
    a form of apology for using an obscene or taboo expression
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

verb

  1. tr to revere or venerate
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Derived Forms

  • ˈ𱹱Գ, noun
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Other Word Forms

  • İ·Գ· noun
  • ԴDz·İ·Գ noun
  • -İ·Գ noun
  • ܲ·İ·Գ adjective
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Word History and Origins

Origin of reverence1

First recorded in 1250–1300; Middle English, from Latin reverentia “respect, fear, awe”; equivalent to revere 1 + -ence
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Example Sentences

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Notwithstanding Republicans’ protestations of reverence for Medicaid, the truth is that they and their fellow conservatives have had their knives out for the program virtually since its inception in 1965.

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This one will likely appeal only to fans who appreciate reverence and twists alike, but it’s bloody if lightweight fun for those who enjoy this kind of good old-fashioned romp in the woods.

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“The Walking Dead” actor Christian Serratos takes on the daunting role of Selena in the series — a role she felt personally connected to and had great reverence for.

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I am second to none in my reverence for her lyric soprano.

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“Conan was the perfect host — skillfully guiding us through the evening with humor, warmth and reverence,” academy Chief Executive Bill Kramer and academy President Janet Yang said in a statement announcing the return engagement.

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