Reverence Definition

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• 1 English
  • 1.1 Pronunciation
  • 1.2 Noun
    • 1.2.1 Derived terms
    • 1.2.2 Translations
  • 1.3 Verb

English

Pronunciation

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Noun

reverence

1. Veneration; profound awe and respect, normally in a sacred context.
2. An act of showing respect, such as a bow.
3. The state of being revered.
4. A form of address for some members of the clergy.

   Your reverence

Derived terms

• reverent (adj.)
• revere (verb)
• reverently (adv.)

Verb

to reverence (third-person singular simple present reverences, present participle reverencing, simple past and past participle reverenced)

1. To show reverence.

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