unvenerable

An old, unvenerable tree stands alone in the field.

Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Not worthy of veneration or respect: "unvenerable" describes a person, thing, or institution that does not deserve to be honoured, revered, or treated with deep respect due to age, dignity, or sacredness.

Usage Examples

• (He was not worthy of respect or honour.)
• (It no longer commanded the reverence associated with age.)

Advanced Usage

• "unvenerable tradition": a custom or practice that has lost its sacred or honoured status.
  • The once-revered ceremony became an unvenerable tradition after it was commercialised. (It no longer inspired deep respect.)

Variants and Related Words

• Venerable (adj): worthy of veneration or respect, especially due to age, wisdom, or religious significance.

  • The venerable professor was admired by all for his decades of teaching. (He was deeply respected.)

• Venerate (verb): to regard with great respect; to revere.

  • Many cultures venerate their ancestors. (They honour them deeply.)

• Veneration (noun): the act of showing great respect or reverence.

  • The veneration of saints is common in certain religions. (The act of honouring them.)

Synonyms

• Disreputable: having a bad reputation; not respectable.
• Ignoble: not honourable; of low character.
• Unworthy: not deserving of respect or attention.

Related Idioms

• To be held in low esteem: to be thought of as unworthy or not respected.

  • After the scandal, the once-admired leader was held in low esteem. (He was no longer respected.)

• To fall from grace: to lose favour, respect, or honour.

  • The venerable institution fell from grace and became unvenerable. (It lost its honoured status.)