Reverence Definition & Meaning
reverence
- noun
- a feeling of profound respect for someone or something; "the fear of God"; "the Chinese reverence for the dead"; "the French treat food with gentle reverence"; "his respect for the law bordered on veneration"
- a reverent mental attitude
- an act showing respect (especially a bow or curtsy)
- verb
- regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of; "Fear God as your father"; "We venerate genius"
"Reverence" in song lyrics
See how reverence is used in real songs:
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"we give reverence"
The Cross Movement — House of Representatives -
"4 hemstock and jennings feat. adam white- reverence"
AOL — AOL -
"definition of reverence"
AOL — AOL
Words that rhyme with reverence
Usage tips for "reverence"
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