Reverence
(noun)
- A feeling of deep respect and awe for someone or something.
- 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:
- The students had reverence for their teacher and always listened attentively to her lectures.
- The old man was held in reverence by the entire community for his wisdom and kindness.
- The church was filled with an atmosphere of reverence during the service.
- The athletes showed reverence for the national anthem by standing at attention.
- The visitors paid reverence to the monument by laying a wreath at its base.