I. noun
1.
Synonyms: honor 1, deference, homage, obeisance
Related Word: devotion, fealty, loyalty, piety
2.
the emotion inspired by what arouses one's deep respect or veneration
a deep reverence for honesty
Synonyms: awe, fear
Contrasted words: contempt, despite, disdain, hatred, scorn; insult, mockery
II. verb
Synonyms: revere , adore, venerate, worship
Idioms: hold in reverence