reverently
Definition
Adverb: - With deep respect and awe: In a manner that shows profound honor, admiration, or deference, often in a religious or solemn context. - In a reverent manner: Acting or speaking with a feeling of deep respect mixed with wonder or love.
Usage
The adverb "reverently" describes how an action is performed—specifically, with reverence. It modifies verbs to indicate the respectful attitude of the subject.
Examples
- The congregation bowed their heads reverently during the prayer.
- She handled the ancient manuscript reverently, wearing gloves to protect it.
- He spoke reverently of his mentor's influence on his life.
Advanced Usage
- "to act/behave reverently": To conduct oneself with an attitude of deep respect.
- Visitors are asked to act reverently while in the sacred space.
- "to treat something reverently": To handle or regard something with great care and respect.
- The family treasures the heirloom and treats it reverently.
Variants and Related Words
- Reverent (adjective): Feeling or showing deep respect.
- He gave a reverent nod to the memorial.
- 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.
- Devoutly: In a deeply religious and earnest manner.
- Veneratingly: In a manner that regards with great respect.
Antonyms
- Disrespectfully: In a rude or discourteous manner.
- Irreverently: In a way that lacks proper respect.
- Contemptuously: In a scornful or disdainful way.
Related Idioms and Phrases
- To hold in reverence: To regard someone or something with profound respect.
- The poet is held in reverence by scholars of literature.
- With bated breath and reverently: Awaiting something with eager anticipation and deep respect. (This is a combined, descriptive phrase).
- The audience waited with bated breath and reverently for the maestro to begin.
Adverb
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with reverence; in a reverent manner
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he gazed reverently at the handiwork
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