What does “venerable” mean?
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adjectiverespected because of age, experience or long history
The venerable old professor still taught every week.
Venerable at a glance
- Part of speech
- adjective
- CEFR level
- C2 (proficient)
- Pronunciation
- /ˈvɛnərəbəl/ · VEN-er-uh-bul
How to use “venerable” correctly
Used for people, buildings and institutions that are old and respected.
Common phrases with “venerable”
- a venerable institution
- venerable tradition
Synonyms, opposites and related words
Synonyms (similar meaning)
- respected
- revered
- honored
Word family
- venerate
- veneration
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