Associations to the word «Reverence»

Wiktionary

REVERENCE, noun. Veneration; profound awe and respect, normally in a sacred context.
REVERENCE, noun. An act of showing respect, such as a bow.
REVERENCE, noun. The state of being revered.
REVERENCE, noun. A form of address for some members of the clergy.
REVERENCE, noun. That which deserves or exacts manifestations of reverence; reverend character; dignity; state.
REVERENCE, verb. To show reverence.

Dictionary definition

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".
REVERENCE, noun. A reverent mental attitude.
REVERENCE, noun. An act showing respect (especially a bow or curtsy).
REVERENCE, 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".

Wise words

The chief difference between words and deeds is that words are always intended for men for their approbation, but deeds can be done only for God.
Leo Tolstoy