verb

revere

rih-VEER/rɪˈvɪr/

To feel deep respect or admiration for someone or something.

The gathered people revere the elder, bowing their heads and offering flowers.

A crowd bows their heads and offers flowers before an honored elder, showing deep respect and public honor.

Etymology

+vereLatinto fear, respect, stand in awe

The root joins respect with fear and awe, giving revering more emotional weight than ordinary approval. The prefix may intensify that attitude, though its force here is uncertain.

In context

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More examples

The community reveres this forest as a sacred place.
She revered her grandfather for his courage and kindness.
You can revere a tradition without following every custom.

Forms

revere · reveres · revered · revering

reverence noun — A feeling of deep respect or awe.

reverent adjective — Showing deep respect or awe.

Similar words

respect: Broader and less intense; does not necessarily suggest awe.
admire: Emphasizes approval of qualities or achievements rather than profound respect.
venerate: Often suggests solemn respect for sacred figures or honored ancestors.