Revere — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb noun /ri-ˈvir/ re·vere

Meaning & Definition of Revere

Revere (verb)

  1. to show devoted deferential honor to, regard as worthy of great honor

Revere (noun)

  1. revers

Revere (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to offer honor or respect to (someone) as a divine power

    "in some cultures people revere their ancestors, even leaving food offerings for them"

    similar: adore, deify, glorify, reverence, venerate, worship
    related: admire, honor, love, regard, respect, apotheosize, canonize, dignify, exalt, lionize, magnify, extol, laud, praise, delight, gratify, please, satisfy
    near: blaspheme, desecrate, profane, violate, affront, dishonor, disrespect, insult, offend, outrage, pique, ridicule, scorn, slight, displease, defame, disparage, libel, malign, slander, slur, smear

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Revere

The most common words with a similar meaning to Revere:

adore, deify, glorify, reverence, venerate, worship

Related Words for Revere

admire, honor, love, regard, respect, apotheosize, canonize, dignify, exalt, lionize, magnify, extol, laud, praise, delight, gratify, please, satisfy

Near Antonyms of Revere

blaspheme, desecrate, profane, violate, affront, dishonor, disrespect, insult, offend, outrage, pique, ridicule, scorn, slight, displease, defame, disparage, libel, malign, slander, slur, smear

Word Forms of Revere

Inflections: revered, revering

Origin & Etymology of Revere

borrowed from Middle French & Latin; Middle French reverer, borrowed from Latin reverērī "to stand in awe of, treat with deference," from re- re- + verērī "to show reverence for, fear" ware:2

First known use: 1615

Frequently Asked Questions about Revere

What does "Revere" mean?

"Revere" means to show devoted deferential honor to, regard as worthy of great honor. As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to show devoted deferential honor to, regard as worthy of great honor.

What is another word for "Revere"?

Other words for "Revere" include adore, deify, glorify, reverence, venerate and worship. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Revere" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Revere"?

There are 24 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Revere". Common alternatives include adore, deify, glorify, reverence, venerate and worship.

How do you use "Revere" in a sentence?

Examples of "Revere" in a sentence: "in some cultures people revere their ancestors, even leaving food offerings for them".

Is "Revere" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Revere" can be used as a verb and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Revere"?

"Revere" is pronounced /ri-ˈvir/ and divided into syllables as re·vere.

What is the origin of the word "Revere"?

"Revere" comes from borrowed from Middle French & Latin; Middle French reverer, borrowed from Latin reverērī "to stand in awe of, treat with deference," from re- re- + verērī "to show reverence for, fear" ware:2. First known use: 1615.

What is another word for "Revere" meaning "to offer honor or respect to (someone) as a divine power"?

When "Revere" (verb) means to offer honor or respect to (someone) as a divine power, synonyms include adore, deify, glorify, reverence, venerate and worship.