Synonyms for reverence

Synonyms for (noun) reverence

Synonyms: reverence

Definition: an act showing respect (especially a bow or curtsy)

Similar words: action

Definition: something done (usually as opposed to something said)

Usage: there were stories of murders and other unnatural actions


Synonyms: reverence

Definition: a reverent mental attitude

Similar words: attitude, mental attitude

Definition: a complex mental state involving beliefs and feelings and values and dispositions to act in certain ways

Usage: he had the attitude that work was fun


Synonyms: fear, veneration, reverence, awe

Definition: a feeling of profound respect for someone or something

Usage: the fear of God; the Chinese reverence for the dead; the French treat food with gentle reverence; his respect for the law bordered on veneration

Similar words: emotion

Definition: any strong feeling


Synonyms for (verb) reverence

Synonyms: revere, reverence, fear, venerate

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

Usage: Fear God as your father; We venerate genius

Similar words: value, esteem, prise, prize, respect

Definition: regard highly; think much of

Usage: I respect his judgement; We prize his creativity


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