Definitions for: Reverent

[adj] showing great reverence for god; "a godly man"; "leading a godly life"
[adj] feeling or showing profound respect or veneration; "maintained a reverent silence"

Webster (1913) Definition: Rev"er*ent, a. [L. reverens, -entis, p. pr. of
revereri. See Revere.]
1. Disposed to revere; impressed with reverence; submissive;
humble; respectful; as, reverent disciples. ``They . . .
prostrate fell before him reverent.'' --Milton.

2. Expressing reverence, veneration, devotion, or submission;
as, reverent words; reverent behavior. --Joye.

Synonyms: adoring, awed, awful, godly, pious, respectful, reverential, venerating, worshipful

Antonyms: irreverent

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