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venerated

 

[ ˈvɛnəˌreɪtɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

in a religious context

Regarded with great respect and reverence, usually in a religious or spiritual context. People venerated as saints are often seen as holy and worthy of devotion.

Synonyms

adore, honor, respect, revere, worship.

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Word Description / Examples
venerated

Used to describe someone or something that is given profound respect due to age, wisdom, or character.

  • The venerated scholar received numerous awards for his contributions to science
revere

Used to express deep respect and awe, often towards figures with moral or spiritual significance.

  • Many people revere historical leaders who fought for independence
worship

Typically used in a religious context to express profound reverence and adoration towards a deity. Can also be used metaphorically but may have a negative connotation when referring to excessive admiration for a person or object.

  • The villagers gather to worship at the temple every week
  • Some fans worship celebrities to an unhealthy degree
honor

Used to show respect or esteem towards someone for their achievements, qualities, or high standing.

  • The community gathered to honor the firefighter for his bravery
adore

Typically used to express deep love and admiration, often with emotional intensity.

  • She adores her children and spends every moment she can with them
respect

Used to show recognition and regard for someone's or something's qualities or achievements.

  • Students should respect their teachers and follow classroom rules

Examples of usage

  • The ancient temple was venerated as a sacred place of worship.
  • She is venerated by her followers as a living saint.
  • His teachings are venerated by millions around the world.
  • The venerated relics were displayed in a special shrine.
  • The venerated tradition has been passed down for generations.

Translations

Translations of the word "venerated" in other languages:

🇵🇹 venerado

🇮🇳 सम्मानित

🇩🇪 verehrt

🇮🇩 dihormati

🇺🇦 шанований

🇵🇱 czczony

🇯🇵 崇拝される

🇫🇷 vénéré

🇪🇸 venerado

🇹🇷 saygıdeğer

🇰🇷 존경받는

🇸🇦 مبجل

🇨🇿 uctívaný

🇸🇰 uctievaný

🇨🇳 受尊敬的

🇸🇮 častitljiv

🇮🇸 virðulegur

🇰🇿 құрметті

🇬🇪 პატივცემული

🇦🇿 hörmətli

🇲🇽 venerado

Etymology

The word 'venerated' comes from the Latin word 'veneratus', which is the past participle of 'venerari' meaning 'to reverence, adore, worship'. The concept of veneration has been present in various cultures throughout history, often in relation to religious figures, sacred objects, or traditions. It signifies a deep respect and admiration for something or someone considered worthy of reverence.

See also: venerable, venerating, veneration.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,920, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.