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Definition of revered

revered

/rɪˈvɪrd/
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1

Regarded with deep respect, awe, and veneration.

Example

"The retired professor remained a revered figure on campus long after she stopped teaching."

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• Rhymes for revered

• Nearby Words

reverberate
reverberation
revere
revered
reverence
reverend
reverent

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the verb 'revere', which entered English in the mid-17th century via French from the Latin 'revereri', combining the intensive prefix 're-' with 'vereri' (to stand in awe of or fear).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Revered. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/revered
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