reverend
0 antonyms and opposites of reverend, grouped by meaning.
Adj — Deserving deep respect, especially used as a title before a clergy member's name.
Etymology
Borrowed from Middle French révérend, from Latin reverendus, "that is to be respected" — the future passive form of revereor, "to revere".
Full origin of reverend →Frequently asked questions
What does “reverend” mean?
The word “reverend” means deserving deep respect, especially used as a title before a clergy member's name. In plain terms, a polite title or description for a clergyman or clergywoman.
How do you pronounce “reverend”?
“Reverend” is pronounced REHV-ruhnd (/ˈɹɛvɹənd/ in IPA).
How do you use “reverend” in a sentence?
Here is “reverend” used in a sentence: “The Reverend Susan Clarke will lead the service.”
What part of speech is “reverend”?
Depending on how it is used, “reverend” can be an adjective and a noun.
Where does the word “reverend” come from?
The word “reverend” comes from Latin. Borrowed from Middle French révérend, from Latin reverendus, "that is to be respected" — the future passive form of revereor, "to revere".
Is “reverend” a common word?
“Reverend” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “reverend” have?
“Reverend” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: deserving deep respect, especially used as a title before a clergy member's name.
Is reverend a title or a job?
Reverend is a title of respect used before the name of a member of the Christian clergy, rather than a job title itself; the actual role might be priest, pastor, or minister. It signals respect and formally identifies someone as clergy.
How is reverend used before a name?
Reverend is placed before a clergy member's full name or first initial and surname, such as "Reverend John Smith," and is often abbreviated as "Rev." in writing.
What is the difference between reverend and pastor?
Reverend is a title of respect placed before a clergy member's name, while pastor describes their actual role, typically leading a congregation. A single person can be addressed as "Reverend" while holding the job of pastor.