VENERATION Synonyms
There are 7 hypernyms of the word veneration. (close relations)
Best Alternatives
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| reverence | nounn | |||||
noun • a feeling of profound respect for someone or something • a reverent mental attitude • an act showing respect (especially a bow or curtsy) verb • regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of | ||||||
| admiration | nounn | |||||
noun • a feeling of delighted approval and liking • the feeling aroused by something strange and surprising • a favorable judgment | ||||||
| adoration | nounn | |||||
noun • a feeling of profound love and admiration • the act of admiring strongly • the worship given to God alone | ||||||
| respect | verb, nounv, n | |||||
noun • (usually preceded by `in') a detail or point • the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded) • an attitude of admiration or esteem • a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard • behavior intended to please your parents • a feeling of friendship and esteem • courteous regard for people's feelings verb • regard highly; think much of • show respect towards | ||||||
| worship | verb, nounv, n | |||||
noun • the activity of worshipping • a feeling of profound love and admiration verb • love unquestioningly and uncritically or to excess; venerate as an idol • show devotion to (a deity) • attend religious services | ||||||
| awe | nounn | |||||
noun • an overwhelming feeling of wonder or admiration • a feeling of profound respect for someone or something verb • inspire awe in | ||||||
| cultism | nounn | |||||
noun • devotion to the doctrine or a cult or to the practices of a cult • religious zeal; the willingness to serve God | ||||||
| devotion | nounn | |||||
noun • feelings of ardent love • commitment to some purpose • religious zeal; the willingness to serve God • (usually plural) religious observance or prayers (usually spoken silently) | ||||||
| fear | verb, nounv, n | |||||
noun • an emotion experienced in anticipation of some specific pain or danger (usually accompanied by a desire to flee or fight) • an anxious feeling • a feeling of profound respect for someone or something verb • be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event • be afraid or scared of; be frightened of • be sorry; used to introduce an unpleasant statement • be uneasy or apprehensive about • regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of | ||||||
