reverence

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Synonyms: reference, severence, reverance, deference, reverent, reverend, severance, preference, reverenced, irreverence, reverences

Antonyms: reference, severence, reverance, deference, reverent, reverend, severance, preference, reverenced, irreverence, reverences

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Noun

1. [[veneration|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]].
5. That which deserves or exacts manifestations of reverence; reverend character; dignity; state.

Verb

1. {{lb|en|transitive}} To show or feel reverence to.

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