Reverence (noun)

  1. A feeling of deep respect and awe for someone or something.
  2. A gesture of respect, such as a bow or curtsy.

Origin:

From the latin "reverentia" which means "respect" and "awe" and derived from "reverer" means "to respect".

Examples:

  1. The students had reverence for their teacher and always listened attentively to her lectures.
  2. The old man was held in reverence by the entire community for his wisdom and kindness.
  3. The church was filled with an atmosphere of reverence during the service.
  4. The athletes showed reverence for the national anthem by standing at attention.
  5. The visitors paid reverence to the monument by laying a wreath at its base.
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