venerability
/,venərə'biliti/
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Definition
Noun: The quality or state of being venerable; the condition of deserving profound respect, reverence, or honor due to great age, wisdom, dignity, or character.
Usage
"Venerability" is a formal noun used to describe the esteemed quality that inspires veneration. It is most commonly applied to institutions, traditions, people (especially elders or religious figures), or objects that have accumulated respect over a long period.
Examples
- The ancient university's venerability is evident in its centuries-old traditions and architecture.
- The venerability of the chief elder was unquestioned by all members of the community.
- The manuscript's age and historical significance contributed to its aura of venerability.
Advanced Usage
- Conferring venerability: The act of granting or attributing this quality.
- Time and unwavering service conferred a venerability upon the old library that new buildings lacked.
- An air/aure of venerability: A phrase describing the noticeable impression or atmosphere of being venerable.
- The stone temple, covered in moss, possessed an air of venerability.
Variants and Related Words
- Venerable (adjective): Deserving respect.
- Venerate (verb): To regard with great respect.
Synonyms
- Reverence
- Respectability
- Dignity
- Esteem
- Honorableness
Antonyms
- Disrepute
- Unworthiness
- Disrespect
- Ignominy
Noun
- the quality of deserving veneration