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WordReference Random House Learner's Dictionary of American English © 2024rev•er•ence /ˈrɛvərəns/USA pronunciation n. [uncountable]- a feeling of deep respect, awe, and humility:deep reverence for life.
WordReference Random House Unabridged Dictionary of American English © 2024rev•er•ence (rev′ər əns, rev′rəns),USA pronunciation n., v., -enced, -enc•ing. n. - a feeling or attitude of deep respect tinged with awe;
veneration. - the outward manifestation of this feeling:to pay reverence.
- a gesture indicative of deep respect;
an obeisance, bow, or curtsy. - the state of being revered.
- Religion(cap.) a title used in addressing or mentioning a member of the clergy (usually prec. by your or his).
v.t. - to regard or treat with reverence;
venerate:One should reverence God and His laws.
- Latin reverentia respect, fear, awe. See revere1, -ence
- Middle English 1250–1300
- 1.See corresponding entry in Unabridged honor, esteem.
- 6.See corresponding entry in Unabridged revere, honor, adore.
- 1.See corresponding entry in Unabridged contempt.
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