Definition of: reverence

(rev′ər·əns) noun
1. A feeling of profound respect often mingled with awe and affection; veneration.
2. An act of respect; an obeisance.
3. The quality or character that commands respect.
4. A reverend person: used as a respectful appellation or title, especially applied to a clergyman.
—v.t. ·enced, ·enc·ing To regard with reverence. See synonyms under VENERATE. [<OF <L reverentia] Synonyms (noun): adoration, awe, homage, honor, veneration, worship. See VENERATION. Antonyms: contumely, derision, dishonor, insult, irreverence, mockery, outrage, ridicule, scoff, scoffing.