Noun: reverence re-vu-run(t)s
- A feeling of profound respect for someone or something
"the Chinese reverence for the dead"; "the French treat food with gentle reverence";
- fear, awe, veneration
- A reverent mental attitude
"He approached the ancient temple with reverence"
- An act showing respect (especially a bow or curtsy)
"The dancers ended their performance with a reverence to the audience"
- Regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed, exalted or be in awe of
"reverence God as your father";
- fear, revere, venerate
Derived forms: reverencing, reverences, reverenced
Type of: action, attitude, emotion, esteem, mental attitude, prize, respect, value
Antonym: irreverence
Encyclopedia: Reverence