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reverend Synonyms

Another word for reverend

Choosing another word for reverend depends on context, so the 15 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

An ordained member of the Christian clergy, such as a minister, pastor, or priest.

Usage Example

"The local clergyman organized a community food drive for families in need."

Strongest
clergyman
minister
cleric
pastor
Strong
parson
preacher
ecclesiastic
rector
vicar

• adjective (Context 2)

Worthy of deep respect or veneration, especially because of age, wisdom, or high moral character.

Usage Example

"The young scholars listened attentively to the advice of the venerable elders."

Strongest
venerable
revered
respected
esteemed
Strong
honored
august

Opposites of reverend

The opposite of reverend shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

despicable
contemptible
disreputable
layman
ignoble
layperson
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• Nearby Words

revere
revered
reverence
reverend
reverent
reverential
reverently

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Reverend. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/reverend
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