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Reverend: meaning, definitions and examples

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reverend

 

[ ˈrɛvərənd ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

religious figure

A Reverend is a title used to address a member of the clergy in various Christian religious traditions. They are typically ordained ministers or priests who lead worship services, perform religious ceremonies, and provide spiritual guidance to their congregation.

Synonyms

clergyman, minister, priest

Examples of usage

  • The Reverend delivered a powerful sermon on forgiveness.
  • The Reverend officiated the wedding ceremony with grace and dignity.
Context #2 | Noun

honorific title

In some countries, Reverend is used as an honorific title to show respect for someone's religious position or authority. It is often used before the name of a clergy member, regardless of their specific denomination.

Synonyms

esteemed, honorable, respected

Examples of usage

  • Reverend Smith will be leading the prayer service tonight.
  • Please welcome Reverend Johnson to our community.

Translations

Translations of the word "reverend" in other languages:

🇵🇹 reverendo

🇮🇳 सम्माननीय

🇩🇪 ehrwürdig

🇮🇩 pendeta

🇺🇦 преподобний

🇵🇱 czcigodny

🇯🇵 尊敬すべき

🇫🇷 révérend

🇪🇸 reverendo

🇹🇷 saygıdeğer

🇰🇷 존경하는

🇸🇦 الموقر

🇨🇿 ctihodný

🇸🇰 ctihodný

🇨🇳 尊敬的

🇸🇮 častiti

🇮🇸 virðulegur

🇰🇿 құрметті

🇬🇪 ღირსეული

🇦🇿 möhtərəm

🇲🇽 reverendo

Etymology

The word 'Reverend' originated from the Latin word 'reverendus', which means 'to be revered or respected'. It has been used in English since the 15th century to denote a clergy member. Over time, it has become a common title of respect for religious leaders in various Christian denominations.

See also: revered, reverent, reverently.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,828, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.