Venerable

Pronunciation: /ˈvɛnərəbəl/

Venerable (adjective)

  1. deserving respect because of age, wisdom, or character
  2. considered important and respected because of its age or history

Examples

  • The venerable teacher inspired generations of students.
  • She is a venerable leader in the community.

Common collocations: venerable institution, venerable tradition, venerable monument, venerable artifact

Synonyms of Venerable

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Venerable

  • — when someone is not held in high regard
  • — when someone has lost respect or dignity