revere

[rɪˈvɪər]

revere Definition

to have great respect or admiration for someone or something.

Using revere: Examples

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

  • Example

    She is widely revered as a humanitarian.

  • Example

    The team's fans revere the coach as a legend.

  • Example

    Many people revere the Bible as a holy book.

  • Example

    The ancient Egyptians revered cats as sacred animals.

revere Synonyms and Antonyms

Idioms Using revere

  • to be highly respected and admired for a particular quality or achievement

    Example

    He is revered as one of the greatest writers of the 20th century.

  • a feeling of deep respect and admiration for someone or something

    Example

    The Japanese have a deep reverence for their ancestors.

  • to show great respect and admiration for someone or something

    Example

    The ceremony was held to pay reverence to the victims of the war.

Phrases with revere

  • to have great respect and admiration for someone or something

    Example

    The professor is held in reverence by his students.

  • a person who is widely respected and admired

    Example

    Nelson Mandela is a revered figure in South Africa.

  • a custom or practice that is highly respected and valued

    Example

    The festival is a revered tradition in this town.

Origins of revere

from Latin 'revereri', meaning 'to stand in awe of'

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Summary: revere in Brief

'Revere' [rɪˈvɪər] means to hold someone or something in high esteem, often with great respect and admiration. It can refer to people, objects, or traditions, as in 'The ancient Egyptians revered cats as sacred animals.' 'Revere' is often used in phrases like 'hold in reverence,' and idioms like 'reverence for,' which denote deep respect and admiration.

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