venerate

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. verb regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of

Etymology

First attested in 1623; borrowed from Latin venerātus, perfect active participle of veneror (“to worship, venerate”), see -ate (verb-forming suffix).

In classic literature

Synonyms

reverence, fear, revere

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