reverence
word
Definition
A deep feeling or expression of respect and admiration, often for someone or something considered important or sacred.
Usage & Nuances
'Reverence' is a formal noun and is often used in religious, cultural, or ceremonial contexts ('reverence for tradition', 'with reverence'). Less common in everyday speech. Do not confuse with 'reference' (a different word).
Spanish: reverenciaPortuguese (BR): reverênciaPortuguese (PT): reverênciaChinese (Simplified): 崇敬 - 敬畏Chinese (Traditional): 崇敬 - 敬畏Hindi: श्रद्धा - आदरArabic: تبجيل - احترامBengali: শ্রদ্ধা - ভক্তিRussian: благоговение - почтениеJapanese: 畏敬 - 敬意Vietnamese: sự tôn kính - lòng kính trọngKorean: 존경 - 경외Turkish: saygı - hürmetUrdu: عقیدت - احترامIndonesian: rasa hormat - penghormatan
Example Sentences
The children showed reverence to their teacher.
basic
Many people have reverence for nature.
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You could hear the reverence in his voice when he talked about his mentor.
natural
She spoke about the tradition with great reverence.
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At the ceremony, there was a sense of reverence in the air.
natural
His art inspires reverence in everyone who sees it.
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