Reverential: meaning, definitions and examples
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reverential
[ ˌrɛvəˈrɛnʃ(ə)l ]
in a religious context
feeling or showing deep and solemn respect
Synonyms
devout, respectful, worshipful
Examples of usage
- The reverential attitude of the monks towards the sacred relics
- The ceremony was conducted with reverential silence and solemnity
in a non-religious context
feeling or showing deep respect and admiration
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The artist gazed at the painting with reverential awe
- The team members spoke about their coach in reverential tones
Translations
Translations of the word "reverential" in other languages:
🇵🇹 reverencial
🇮🇳 आदरपूर्ण
🇩🇪 ehrfürchtig
🇮🇩 penuh hormat
🇺🇦 шанобливий
🇵🇱 pełen czci
🇯🇵 敬虔な (けいけんな)
🇫🇷 révérencieux
🇪🇸 reverente
🇹🇷 saygılı
🇰🇷 경건한
🇸🇦 توقيري
🇨🇿 uctivý
🇸🇰 úctivý
🇨🇳 虔诚的 (qiánchéng de)
🇸🇮 spoštljiv
🇮🇸 virðingarfylltur
🇰🇿 құрметті
🇬🇪 პატივისცემული
🇦🇿 hörmətli
🇲🇽 reverente
Word origin
The word 'reverential' has its origins in the Latin word 'reverentia', which means 'reverence' or 'respect'. The term has been used in English since the 17th century to describe feelings or behaviors that show deep respect or admiration. Over the years, 'reverential' has been commonly used in religious and non-religious contexts to convey a sense of solemnity, admiration, and respect.
See also: irreverence.