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reverence

/ˈɹɛv.ə.ɹəns/

noun

Meaning

  • Veneration; profound awe and respect, normally in a sacred context.

  • An act of showing respect, such as a bow.

  • The state of being revered.

  • A form of address for some members of the clergy.

    "your reverence"

  • That which deserves or exacts manifestations of reverence; reverend character; dignity; state.

verb

Meaning

  • To show or feel reverence to.

Synonyms

honour,
venerate