venerable — deserving respect because of age, wisdom, or character; impressive by reason of age
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: deserving respect because of age, wisdom, or character; impressive by reason of age
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈvenərəbl/
Korean meaning: 나이, 지혜, 인품으로 존경받을 만한; 오래되어 경외심을 불러일으키는
Korean pronunciation: **베**너러블
Example Sentences
- The venerable oak tree has witnessed three generations of family picnics.
- My venerable grandfather still beats me at chess, proving age brings wisdom.
- The venerable university library holds manuscripts dating back 500 years.
venerable
ADJECTIVE//ˈvenərəbl//
deserving respect because of age, wisdom, or character; impressive by reason of age
Young students bow respectfully to the venerable monk in the temple courtyard
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Venerable wisdom is more memorable and preferable.
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Origin
From Latin 'venerabilis', derived from 'venerari' meaning 'to revere or honor'. The Latin root is connected to 'venus' (respect, charm) and ultimately relates to concepts of reverence and dignity.
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“The venerable oak tree has witnessed three generations of family picnics.”
“My venerable grandfather still beats me at chess, proving age brings wisdom.”
“The venerable university library holds manuscripts dating back 500 years.”
“Even the venerable judge couldn't keep a straight face when the defendant wore a clown costume to court.”
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