Reverent
(adjective)
Showing deep respect and deference, especially for a sacred thing or person.
Origin:
From the latin word reverentem, which means "feeling or showing deep respect or deference".
Examples:
- The crowd was reverent as the priest led the service.
- He spoke with a reverent tone when discussing religion.
- The people were reverent as they walked into the temple.
- The soldier stood at attention in a reverent posture.
- The people showed reverent gestures as they passed by the shrine.