reverence REV-er-uhns noun verb WS #35

deep respect for someone or something; a feeling or attitude of deep respect tinged with awe; veneration; honor or esteem felt or shown

1. The ancient temple was treated with reverence by pilgrims who traveled thousands of miles to visit it.
2. The students showed reverence for their elderly teacher by listening attentively and speaking respectfully.
3. The ceremony was conducted with appropriate reverence for the fallen soldiers who had sacrificed their lives.
4. His reverence for nature led him to become an environmental activist and wildlife conservationist.
5. The reverence in her voice was evident when she spoke about her late grandmother's wisdom and kindness.

to regard or treat with deep respect; to revere; to honor with great respect and devotion

1. The artist seemed to reverence classical techniques while incorporating modern elements into her paintings.
2. Religious followers reverence their sacred texts as sources of divine wisdom and moral guidance.
3. Students were taught to reverence the founding principles of democracy and constitutional government.
4. Many cultures reverence their ancestors through elaborate rituals and memorial ceremonies.
5. The community chose to reverence the historic building by carefully preserving its original architecture.