Ven`er*a"tion (?), n.
[L. veneratio: cf. F. vénération.]
The act of venerating, or the state
of being venerated; the highest degree of respect and reverence; respect mingled with awe; a feeling or sentimental excited by the dignity, wisdom, or superiority of a person, by
sacredness of character, by consecration to sacred services, or by hallowed associations.
We find a secret awe
and veneration for one who
moves about us in regular and illustrious course of virtue.
Addison. Syn. -- Awe; reverence; respect. See Reverence.
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