reverence
[ rev-er-uhns, rev-ruhns ]
/ ˈrɛv ər əns, ˈrɛv rəns /
noun
a feeling or attitude of deep respect tinged with awe; veneration.
the outward manifestation of this feeling: to pay reverence.
a gesture indicative of deep respect; an obeisance, bow, or curtsy.
the state of being revered, or treated with respect tinged with awe.
(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), rev·er·enced, rev·er·enc·ing.
to regard or treat with reverence; venerate: One should reverence God and His laws.
Origin of reverence
SYNONYMS FOR reverence
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British Dictionary definitions for reverence (1 of 2)
reverence
/ (ˈrɛvərəns) /
noun
a feeling or attitude of profound respect, usually reserved for the sacred or divine; devoted veneration
an outward manifestation of this feeling, esp a bow or act of obeisance
the state of being revered or commanding profound respect
saving your reverence archaic
a form of apology for using an obscene or taboo expression
verb
(tr)
to revere or venerate
Derived forms of reverence
reverencer, nounBritish Dictionary definitions for reverence (2 of 2)
Reverence
/ (ˈrɛvərəns) /
noun
(preceded by Your or His) a title sometimes used to address or refer to a Roman Catholic priest