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    Révérence (en. Reverence)

    ʁe.vé.ʁɑ̃s

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A gesture or attitude of bowing as a sign of respect.
    He greeted by making a reverence.
    Il a salué en faisant une révérence.
    A deep respect for a person or authority.
    His reverence for the elders was evident.
    Sa révérence pour les anciens était visible.
    Expression of veneration or deference.
    She shows reverence towards her teacher.
    Elle montre une révérence envers son maître.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'reverentia', meaning 'respect' or 'veneration'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have reverence for someone
    To show profound respect for someone.
    avoir de la révérence pour quelqu'un
    to make a reverence
    To bow or salute as a sign of respect.
    faire une révérence
    reverence for nature
    Respect and honor for the environment.
    révérence à la nature

    Related Words

    reverent
    Who expresses respect or veneration.
    reverent
    to venerate
    To feel deep respect or great admiration for someone or something.
    vénérer
    deferential
    Who shows deference, respect towards others.
    déférent

    Slang Meanings

    An excessive respect that may seem ridiculous.
    His reverence for celebrities is almost embarrassing.
    Sa révérence pour les célébrités est presque gênante.