veneration

The word “veneration” has 4 syllables: ven-er-a-tion

It's pronounced as /ˌvɛnəˈreɪʃən/

What is synonym and antonym for veneration?

In the thesaurus, “veneration” has 58 synonyms and 51 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for veneration along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for veneration

acclamation
account
admiration
adoration
adulation
affection
amazement
appetite
appreciation
approbation
approval
attachment
awe
bias
deference
deification
delight
devotion
enjoyment
enthusiasm
esteem
estimation
fancy
favor
fondness
glorification
hero worship
homage
honor
idolatry
idolization
infatuation
interest
like
liking
lionization
love
partiality
passion
praise
preference
prejudice
props
regard
relish
repayment
respect
reverence
shine
taste
use
vengeance
wonder
wonderment
worship
worshiping
worshipping
wrath

Antonyms for veneration

abomination
antipathy
aversion
condemnation
contempt
deprecation
detestation
dis
disappointment
disapproval
discontent
discourteousness
discourtesy
disdain
disenchantment
disfavor
disgruntlement
disgust
dishonor
disillusionment
disinclination
dislike
disliking
displeasure
disregard
disrespect
disrespectfulness
diss
dissatisfaction
distaste
hate
hatred
impertinence
impertinency
impoliteness
impudence
incivility
inconsiderateness
inconsideration
indignation
insolence
loathing
nausea
opprobrium
repugnance
repulsion
revulsion
rudeness
scorn
ungraciousness
unhappiness

Meanings of veneration

noun
1. The act of venerating or the state of being venerated.
2. Profound reverence, respect or awe.
3. Religious zeal, idolatry or devotion.

Example Sentences

The veneration of saints is a common practice in many religious traditions.
The ancient temple was a site of veneration for pilgrims from around the world.
Veneration of ancestors plays a significant role in their cultural practices.
Scholars study the veneration of historical figures to understand societal values.
The artist's work received veneration for its innovative approach to traditional themes.

On this page you'll find 109 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to veneration, such as: abomination, acclamation, account, admiration, adoration, adulation, affection.

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