Added 9 October 2026
reverent
/ˈɹɛv.ə.ɹənt/ adjective
In Latin: reverens Wiktionary
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- Showing or characterized by great respect or reverence; respectful.
Origin
From Middle English reverent, from Middle French reverent (from Old French reverent) and its etymon Latin reverēns. By surface analysis, revere + -ent.
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