Today’s word of the day is ‘Venerable.’ Let us understand more about this word.
[responsivevoice] venerable [/responsivevoice] [ ven-er-uh-buh l ]
What is this word’s grammar?
The word is an adjective, i.e., it adds more information about the noun or sentence.
It means:
1. Respected
2. Worshipped
3. Wise
4. Grand
How is the word pronounced in popular languages?
1. Hindi – Sammaanit
2. Spanish – Venerable
3. French – Vénérable
4. Mandarin – Kě jìng
How to use this word in a sentence?
1. The venerable Persian gazed at her for an instant and then clasped her to his bosom.
2. It is a venerable chestnut, and known as “the father of the forest.”
3. It was sacrilege to think of changing such old, venerable things.
4. Venerable’s not a nice word to use about anything except a cathedral.
5. For an instant, the venerable name of religion awed her into mute submission.
What are some synonyms of the word of the day?
Some synonyms of the word are:
esteemed, revered, stately, venerated, admirable, aged, august, dignified, estimable, experienced, grave, honored, imposing, matriarchal, noble, patriarchal, philosophical, reverend, sacred, sage, sedate, serious, worshipful, etc.
What are some antonyms of the word of the day?
Some antonyms of the word are:
common, unimpressive, unrespected
Quotation:
Some of the greatest actors have turned superheroes into a serious business: Michael Keaton and Jack Nicholson in ‘Batman’; Ian McKellen and Patrick Stewart, the first venerable knights of the X-Men, who have now passed the baton to Michael Fassbender and James McAvoy.
Tom Hiddleston
Social Example:
https://twitter.com/barua_ln/status/1286533985628114944
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