Synonyms

reverently

American

[rev-er-uhnt-lee, rev-ruhnt-lee] / ˈrɛv ər ənt li, ˈrɛv rənt li /

adverb

in a way that exhibits deep respect or veneration.

When the Mass finally ended, the urn was reverently placed in the front seat of an old fire truck, which led the long funeral procession up the steep hillside to the cemetery.
The nun spoke reverently about the need to respect the spiritual beliefs of Native peoples.

Other Word Forms

nonreverently adverb
unreverently adverb

Etymology

Origin of reverently

reverent ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

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“I see the hand of God in her,” Trujillo says reverently.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 29, 2025

Anything that takes the Olympics less than reverently would be welcome.

From New York Times • Jun. 6, 2024

Michael Cohen, Mr Trump's former personal attorney, is expected to take the stand to testify against the man he once reverently referred to as "The Boss."

From BBC • May 7, 2024

He was called the best bartender in America, his name whispered reverently by barkeeps at cocktail dens worldwide.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 9, 2023

Ba took it in his hands reverently, a look of awe on his face.

From "Where the Mountain Meets the Moon" by Grace Lin

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