noun
a feeling of profound respect for someone or something
Synonyms
Examples
- the fear of God
- the Chinese reverence for the dead
- the French treat food with gentle reverence
- his respect for the law bordered on veneration
noun
a reverent mental attitude
noun
an act showing respect (especially a bow or curtsy)
verb
regard with feelings of respect and reverence
Synonyms
Examples
- consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of
- Fear God as your father
- We venerate genius