reverent

adjective

rev·​er·​ent ˈrev-rənt 

ˈre-və-;

ˈre-vərnt

: expressing or characterized by reverence : worshipful

reverently adverb

Examples of reverent in a Sentence

a reverent crowd of worshippers

a reverent tone of voice

Recent Examples on the Web

The moment set a solemn but reverent tone, equally grand and intimate. —Maliha Shoaib, Vogue, 23 Jan. 2026

Censorship played the role of the reverent teacher who developed these skills in Syrian authors who said one thing and meant another. —Literary Hub, 15 Jan. 2026

It’s been heartening to see these many reverent tributes to not only Reiner’s good deeds in the arena of social justice, but also to his film work, which has maybe not always been properly appreciated for its breadth and vitality. —Richard Lawson, HollywoodReporter, 15 Dec. 2025

Mosaic artwork of T’Challa and the Dora Milaje was also presented, creating a beautiful, reverent nod to Wakanda throughout the ship. —Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 9 Dec. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, borrowed from Anglo-French, borrowed from Latin reverent-, reverens, present participle of reverērī "to stand in awe of, revere entry 1"

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for reverent

• irreverent

Kids Definition

reverent

adjective

rev·​er·​ent ˈrev-(ə-)rənt 

ˈrev-ərnt

: very respectful : showing reverence

reverently adverb