Venerate (verb)

To regard with respect and admiration, to honor or revere highly.

Origin:

Late middle english: from latin venerat- "paid respect to", from the verb venerari, from venus, the roman goddess of love and fertility.

Examples:

1. The people venerate the memory of the country's founder.
2. The ancient Egyptians venerated their Pharaohs as gods.
3. Many cultures venerate their ancestors and hold memorial ceremonies.
4. The community venerates the local hero who saved many lives.
5. The scientists venerate the discoveries of their predecessors.