venerable

[ˈvenərəbl]

venerable Definition

  • 1accorded a great deal of respect, especially because of age, wisdom, or character
  • 2impressive by reason of age
  • 3hallowed by religious, historic, or other lofty associations

Using venerable: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "venerable" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The venerable professor was highly regarded by his colleagues and students.

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    The church is one of the city's most venerable buildings.

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    He is a venerable member of the community, having lived here for over 50 years.

venerable Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for venerable

Phrases with venerable

  • an English monk and scholar who wrote the 'Ecclesiastical History of the English People' in the 8th century AD

    Example

    The Venerable Bede is considered one of the greatest scholars of the Middle Ages.

  • a very old age, often associated with respect and admiration

    Example

    The oldest resident of the nursing home was a woman of venerable age, who had lived through two world wars.

  • a long-standing and respected custom or practice

    Example

    The university has a venerable tradition of academic excellence and research.

Origins of venerable

from Latin 'venerabilis', meaning 'worthy of reverence'

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Summary: venerable in Brief

The term 'venerable' [ˈvenərəbl] refers to someone or something that is highly respected and admired, often due to age, wisdom, or character. It can describe people, buildings, or traditions, as in 'The venerable professor was highly regarded by his colleagues and students,' 'The church is one of the city's most venerable buildings,' and 'The university has a venerable tradition of academic excellence and research.'