Venerate
/ˈvɛn.ə.reɪt/noun
To regard with great respect or reverence.
Did you know?The root of 'venerate' connects to ancient Roman rituals where the act of venerating was believed to invoke divine favor and protection.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*weḱ-
“to be strong or lively.”
Latin
Latin
venerari
“to regard with awe or worship.”
Late Latin
Late Latin
veneratus
“having been revered or respected.”
14th Century
Middle French
vénérer
“to worship or respect profoundly.”
Modern English
English
venerate
“to treat with reverence or deep respect.”