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.
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.
