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reverent

adjective

/ˈrɛvərənt/

Meaning

Showing deep and solemn respect.

They listened to the speech in a reverent silence.

respectful, devout, admiring, dutiful

disrespectful, irreverent

reverent silence, reverent attitude, reverent respect, reverent tone

having no equal; better or greater than any other

Deeply distressing or disturbing, often related to emotional or physical injury.

relating to rules, standards, or norms that govern behavior or beliefs

using high-flown or pompous language

lacking enthusiasm or determination; unenthusiastic

belonging naturally; essential or inherent