a feeling of profound respect for someone or something; the fear of God; the Chinese reverence for the dead; the French treat food with gentle reverence; his respect for the law bordered on veneration

[ Syn: fear , awe , veneration ]

a reverent mental attitude

an act showing respect (especially a bow or curtsy)

regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of; Fear God as your father; We venerate genius

[ Syn: fear , revere , venerate ]