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Vinony

reverent

adjective

  1. contemplative and respectful
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Wiktionary

Pronunciation: /ˈɹɛv.ə.ɹənt/ / /ˈɹɛv.ɹənt/ / /ˈɹev.ə.ɹənt/

adj

Etymology: From Middle English reverent, from Middle French reverent (from Old French reverent) and its etymon Latin reverēns. By surface analysis, revere + -ent.

  1. Showing or characterized by great respect or reverence; respectful.

    “Hackett was a vain, wealthy, violent gentleman, who held his blood and family in high esteem, and believed that a reverent respect was due to his great riches.”