English dictionary

reverence

/'r/E/v/@/r/@/ns/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

a feeling of profound respect for someone or something

noun.feeling

Examples
The Chinese reverence for the dead.

The French treat food with gentle reverence.

Synonyms awe fear veneration

Source: WordNet 3.0
a reverent mental attitude

noun.cognition

Antonyms irreverence

Source: WordNet 3.0
an act showing respect (especially a bow or curtsy)

noun.act

Source: WordNet 3.0
Profound respect and esteem mingled with fear and affection, as for a holy being or place; the disposition to revere; veneration.

noun

Source: webster1913

regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of

verb.emotion

Synonyms fear revere venerate

Source: WordNet 3.0
To regard or treat with reverence; to regard with respect and affection mingled with fear; to venerate.

verb

Source: webster1913