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VENERATION Synonyms

There are 9 synonyms of the word veneration. (exact relations)
There are 7 hypernyms of the word veneration. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for VENERATION

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reverence
nounn
noun

• a feeling of profound respect for someone or something

• a reverent mental attitude

• an act showing respect (especially a bow or curtsy)

verb

• regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of

admiration
nounn
noun

• a feeling of delighted approval and liking

• the feeling aroused by something strange and surprising

• a favorable judgment

adoration
nounn
noun

• a feeling of profound love and admiration

• the act of admiring strongly

• the worship given to God alone

respect
verb, nounv, n
noun

• (usually preceded by `in') a detail or point

• the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded)

• an attitude of admiration or esteem

• a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard

• behavior intended to please your parents

• a feeling of friendship and esteem

• courteous regard for people's feelings

verb

• regard highly; think much of

• show respect towards

worship
verb, nounv, n
noun

• the activity of worshipping

• a feeling of profound love and admiration

verb

• love unquestioningly and uncritically or to excess; venerate as an idol

• show devotion to (a deity)

• attend religious services

awe
nounn
noun

• an overwhelming feeling of wonder or admiration

• a feeling of profound respect for someone or something

verb

• inspire awe in

cultism
nounn
noun

• devotion to the doctrine or a cult or to the practices of a cult

• religious zeal; the willingness to serve God

devotion
nounn
noun

• feelings of ardent love

• commitment to some purpose

• religious zeal; the willingness to serve God

• (usually plural) religious observance or prayers (usually spoken silently)

fear
verb, nounv, n
noun

• an emotion experienced in anticipation of some specific pain or danger (usually accompanied by a desire to flee or fight)

• an anxious feeling

• a feeling of profound respect for someone or something

verb

• be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event

• be afraid or scared of; be frightened of

• be sorry; used to introduce an unpleasant statement

• be uneasy or apprehensive about

• regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of

Best Hypernyms For VENERATION

Here is a list of related hypernyms for veneration, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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worship admiration adoration emotion esteem respect reverence

Alternatives for REVERENCE

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