reverence

noun
UK: /ˈrevərəns/
US: /ˈrevərəns/

  1. A feeling of deep respect and admiration for someone or something.

    1. She has reverence for nature.
    2. The old books were treated with reverence because of their age.

  2. A gesture expressing deep respect, such as a bow or curtsy.

    1. He showed reverence by bowing his head.
    2. The crowd fell silent in reverence as the king passed by them slowly.

Synonyms

respect admiration veneration esteem awe deference
reverence verb

  1. To regard or treat with deep respect and admiration.

    1. We reverence our elders.
    2. Many people reverence the teachings of great philosophers like Aristotle.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "reverence" in English means: A feeling of deep respect and admiration for someone or something., A gesture expressing deep respect, such as a bow or curtsy..

The phonetic transcription of "reverence" is /ˈrevərəns/ in British English and /ˈrevərəns/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "reverence": respect, admiration, veneration, esteem, awe, deference.

Example usage of "reverence": "She has reverence for nature.". More examples on the page.