revere

Meanings

• verb

  to regard with great respect, honor, or awe; to have a deep feeling of admiration for

  - "They revere their ancient traditions."
  - "The elderly are revered in many cultures."
  - "People often revere their heroes."

• verb

  to treat with religious or ritual observances

  - "The tomb of the great king is revered by his people."
  - "The temple is revered by the followers of that faith."

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Antonyms

contemn , despise

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Synonyms

respect , venerate

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with revere
dear , reverie , ever , near , queer , reverie

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Variants

List of all variants of revere that leads to same result
revere , revered , reveres , revering , Paul Revere , Revere

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Etymology

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From Old French reverer, from re- 'back' + verer 'to see, observe'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'revere' is often used in the context of religious or spiritual practices.

2. In ancient Rome, the Vestal Virgins were revered for their role in maintaining the sacred fire.

3. The term 'reverence' comes from the Latin word reverentia, meaning 'deep respect'.

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Related Concepts

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1. respect: A feeling of deep admiration for someone or something elicited by their abilities, qualities, or achievements.

2. honor: A feeling of pride in someone or something or a belief that they have worth or value.

3. awe: A feeling of wonder, reverence, or fear caused by the greatness or beauty of something.

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Culture

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In literature, 'revere' is often used to describe the deep respect or admiration one has for something or someone. In art, it can be depicted through the use of halo or other symbols of reverence. In music, it can be expressed through the use of slow, solemn melodies.

How to Memorize "revere"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine yourself in a place where you have deep respect or admiration for something or someone. Visualize yourself treating that thing or person with reverence.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'revere' with the feeling of deep respect or admiration. Think of a time when you felt that way about something or someone.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the etymology of the word - re- 'back' + verer 'to see, observe'. Visualize yourself looking back at something or someone with deep respect or admiration.

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