Venerable
/ˈvɛn.ər.ə.bəl/noun
Deserving of respect due to age, wisdom, or character.
Did you know?The term 'venerable' originally referred to the respect afforded to gods and spirits, linking it to ancient practices of deification and reverence in various cultures.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
venerabilis
“Worthy of reverence, honorable.”
Old French
Old French
venerable
“Deserving respect, revered.”
Middle English
Middle English
venerable
“Esteemed, respected, often used for holy figures.”
Modern English
Modern English
venerable
“Describing someone accorded a high degree of respect, especially due to age.”
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