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veneration

 

[ ˌvenəˈreɪʃ(ə)n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

religious

Great respect or reverence shown to something considered sacred or holy, often in a religious context. It involves admiration and deep devotion towards a deity, religious figure, or sacred object.

Synonyms

adoration, reverence, worship

Examples of usage

  • The veneration of saints is an important aspect of Catholicism.
  • The veneration of the ancient relics is a tradition in many cultures.
Context #2 | Noun

general

Respect or awe shown towards someone or something, often due to their status, achievements, or qualities. It can also refer to the act of honoring or esteeming someone highly.

Synonyms

admiration, esteem, respect

Examples of usage

  • The veneration of the elders is a cultural norm in some societies.
  • She felt a sense of veneration towards the renowned scientist.

Translations

Translations of the word "veneration" in other languages:

🇵🇹 veneração

🇮🇳 पूजा

🇩🇪 Verehrung

🇮🇩 penghormatan

🇺🇦 шанування

🇵🇱 cześć

🇯🇵 崇拝

🇫🇷 vénération

🇪🇸 veneración

🇹🇷 hürmet

🇰🇷 존경

🇸🇦 تبجيل

🇨🇿 uctívání

🇸🇰 úcta

🇨🇳 崇敬

🇸🇮 čast

🇮🇸 virðing

🇰🇿 құрмет

🇬🇪 პატივისცემა

🇦🇿 hörmət

🇲🇽 veneración

Etymology

The word 'veneration' has its roots in Latin 'venerari' which means 'to worship' or 'to adore'. It has been used in English since the late 14th century to denote the act of showing great respect or reverence. The concept of veneration has been prevalent in various religious and cultural practices throughout history, emphasizing the importance of honoring and revering sacred entities.

See also: venerable, venerated, venerating.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,004, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.