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veneration
Definitions
1
noun
a
feeling
or
expression
of
deep
respect
and
admiration
for
someone
or
something
,
often
with
a
sense
of
awe
.
The
veneration
of
the
ancient
philosopher
was
evident
in
the
way
the
students
spoke
about
his
teachings
.
Her
veneration
for
her
grandmother
was
clear
in
the
way
she
cherished
the
family
heirlooms
.
The
ceremony
was
held
in
veneration
of
the
town's
founding
members
.
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Language
Latin
Original word
veneratio
Originally meant
the act of showing respect or reverence
Background
The word 'veneration' comes from the Latin 'veneratio', which means showing respect or reverence. It has been used in English since the 15th century to describe deep respect or admiration, often in a religious or formal context.