v. Function: verb
to honor and admire profoundly and respectfully FF1C; he is revered for his wisdom FF1E;
Synonyms: adore, reverence, venerate, worship
Related Words: admire, esteem, regard, respect; appreciate, cherish, prize, treasure, value; exalt, magnify; enjoy, love
Contrasted Words: contemn, despise, disdain, scorn, scout; insult, mock, scoff
Antonyms: flout