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rev·er·ence
 reverence
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- pronunciation:
- re
v
rns
- parts of speech:
- noun, transitive verb
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, verb), Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
an attitude or feeling of profound respect and awe mingled with love; veneration.
- synonyms:
- adoration, fear, veneration, worship
- antonyms:
- blasphemy, impiety, scorn
- similar words:
- awe
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| definition 2: |
an action or gesture performed to show respect and honor.
- synonyms:
- homage, praise, tribute, veneration, worship
- antonyms:
- impiety
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| definition 3: |
(cap.) a title of respect for some members of the Christian clergy (usu. prec. by "your" or "his").
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| related words: |
admiration, duty, esteem, glory |
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| part of speech: |
transitive verb |
| inflections: |
reverences, reverencing, reverenced |
| definition: |
to regard with profound respect and awe mingled with love; venerate.
- synonyms:
- esteem, honor, revere, venerate
- antonyms:
- scorn
- similar words:
- idolize, respect, worship
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| related words: |
honor |
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| derivation: |
reverencer (n.) |
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