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venerable
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The Minister's Black Veil
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- It was strange to observe how slowly this venerable man became conscious of something singular in the appearance of his pastor.†
venerable = respected (worthy of respect) -- typically because of age or position
- "Venerable Father Hooper," said he, "the moment of your release is at hand.†
- I pray you, my venerable brother, let not this thing be!
*venerable = respected
Definitions:
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(venerable) respected (worthy of respect) -- typically because of age or position
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(meaning too rare to warrant focus) Much more rarely, venerable can be used as a specific religious title whose exact meaning depends upon the religious denomination, but when given, is only to a small number or people who are exceptionally respected and admired.