Adjective
- 1. reverent (vs. irreverent), adoring, worshipful, awed, awful, respectful, reverential, venerating, respectful
- usage: feeling or showing profound respect or veneration; "maintained a reverent silence"
- 2. godly, reverent, worshipful, pious (vs. impious)
- usage: showing great reverence for god; "a godly man"; "leading a godly life"
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