Word
revere
Phoneticsre·vere, stress on the second syllable
US/ɹɪˈvɪɹ/
UK/ɹɪvˈiə/
Definition
v. to feel deep respect or admiration for someone or something. You use this when you think someone is very special, holy, or important.
v. to regard with profound respect, awe, or devotion. Often used in religious or historical contexts to describe the treatment of saints, leaders, or ancient traditions.
Examples
“Many people revere the scientist for her life-saving work.”
“In many cultures, citizens revere their ancestors by performing specific rituals during the new year.”
“While some critics dismissed the author's later works, his early novels are still revered by scholars as the definitive examples of the genre.”
Examples
simple
“Many people revere the scientist for her life-saving work.”
contextual
“In many cultures, citizens revere their ancestors by performing specific rituals during the new year.”
complex
“While some critics dismissed the author's later works, his early novels are still revered by scholars as the definitive examples of the genre.”
Usage
The verb is transitive and requires a direct object.
Real-World Examples
“When our parents are loving, respectful and demanding, we not only follow their example, we also revere it.” “At the end of it, he said: ‘Look, we don’t have to revere this work in the way people make you think you need to.” Word family
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Domain
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- C1 · Advanced
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