Associations to the word «Reverence»
Noun
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.