Associations to the word «Veneration»

Wiktionary

VENERATION, noun. The act of venerating or the state of being venerated.
VENERATION, noun. ​Profound reverence, respect or awe.
VENERATION, noun. Religious zeal, idolatry or devotion.

Dictionary definition

VENERATION, 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".
VENERATION, noun. Religious zeal; the willingness to serve God.

Wise words

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