word
Venerable
VEH-nur-uh-buhl
/ˈvɛnɜːrʌbʌl/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
venerable
Dictionary meaning
Profoundly honored.
Examples
- The venerable judge retired after a successful career.
- A venerable sage with white hair and beard appeared in my dreams.
Synonyms: august
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