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Another word for reverent

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• adjective (Context 1)

Feeling, exhibiting, or characterized by deep and solemn respect, awe, or veneration.

Usage Example

"The visitors maintained a respectful silence as they walked through the ancient cathedral."

Strongest
respectful
reverential
Strong
devout
pious
worshipful
solemn
awed
venerating
deferential
Weak
dutiful

Opposites of reverent

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

irreverent
disrespectful
impious
sacrilegious
contemptuous
profane
insolent
scornful
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Reverent. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/reverent
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