reverentially
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Definition
Adverb: * With reverence; in a reverent manner: Showing deep respect, awe, or veneration.
Usage
The adverb "reverentially" describes how an action is performed—with a profound feeling of respect, often mixed with awe or deference. It is used to modify verbs that describe actions like speaking, looking, handling, or behaving.
Examples
- The scholars handled the ancient manuscript .
- She spoke of her mentor's influence on her career.
- Visitors are asked to walk through the memorial.
- He bowed before the altar.
Advanced Usage
- "to treat something reverentially": To handle or regard something with the utmost respect and care, as if it were sacred.
- The family's heirlooms were treated reverentially, passed down through generations.
Variants and Related Words
- Reverent (adjective): Feeling or showing deep respect.
- The crowd was silent and reverent.
- Reverence (noun): Deep respect for someone or something.
- She holds her grandparents in great reverence.
Synonyms
- Respectfully: In a way that shows deference and esteem.
- Deferentially: In a manner that yields to the judgment or opinion of another.
- Veneratingly: With great respect and admiration, often for something historic or holy.
Antonyms
- Disrespectfully: In a rude or impolite manner.
- Irreverently: In a manner lacking proper respect or seriousness.
Adverb
- with reverence; in a reverent manner
- he gazed reverently at the handiwork