<p><strong>Noun</strong></p><ul><li>A feeling or attitude of deep respect tinged with awe; veneration.</li><li>The outward manifestation of this feeling: to pay reverence.</li><li>A gesture indicative of deep respect; an obeisance, bow, or curtsy.</li><li>The state of being revered, or treated with respect tinged with awe.</li><li>A title used in addressing or mentioning a member of the clergy (usually preceded by your or his).</li></ul><p><strong>Verb</strong></p><ul><li>Reverenced, reverencing.</li><li>To regard or treat with reverence; venerate: One should reverence God and His laws.</li></ul><p><strong>Synonyms</strong></p><ul><li>Esteem</li><li>Honor</li><li>Adore</li><li>Revere</li></ul><p><strong>Antonyms</strong></p><ul><li>Contempt</li></ul>