Reverence (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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noun
  1. a feeling or attitude of deep respect tinged with awe; veneration.
  2. the outward manifestation of this feeling: to pay reverence.
  3. a gesture indicative of deep respect; an obeisance, bow, or curtsy.
  4. the state of being revered, or treated with respect tinged with awe.
  5. a title used in addressing or mentioning a member of the clergy (usually preceded by your or his).
verb (used with object), rev·er·enced, rev·er·enc·ing.
  1. to regard or treat with reverence; venerate: One should reverence God and His laws.
noun
  1. a feeling or attitude of profound respect, usually reserved for the sacred or divine; devoted veneration
  2. an outward manifestation of this feeling, esp a bow or act of obeisance
  3. the state of being revered or commanding profound respect
  4. a form of apology for using an obscene or taboo expression
verb
  1. to revere or venerate
noun
  1. (preceded by Your or His) a title sometimes used to address or refer to a Roman Catholic priest
Reverence (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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