Vocabulary Word
Word: reverent
Definition: respectful; worshipful; V. revere: regard with reverence; N. reverence: profound respect
Definition: respectful; worshipful; V. revere: regard with reverence; N. reverence: profound respect
Sentences Containing 'reverent'
The uncompromising stiffness of Zeno or Chrysippus is softened and transformed by passing through a nature reverent and tolerant, gentle and free from guile; the grim resignation which made life possible to the Stoic sage becomes in him almost a mood of aspiration.
More Vocab Words
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::: enigma - puzzle; mystery; ADJ. enigmatic: obscure; puzzling
::: defame - harm someone's reputation; malign; speak evil of; slander; N. defamation; ADJ. defamatory
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::: strident - loud and harsh; insistent; N. stridency
::: adversary - opponent; enemy
::: impel - drive or force onward; drive to take action; urge to action
::: diligence - steadiness of effort; persistent hard work
