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Reverence

usgb/ˈrevərəns/Volume
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Cultural Sensitivity

Understanding reverence includes recognizing cultural differences in showing respect.

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He studied local customs to show reverence when visiting the sacred sites.
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Emotional Weight

Reverence includes an emotional aspect, implying a deeper, sometimes spiritual, respect.

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She listened to the elders' stories with a sense of reverence.
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Formality Level

Reverence is formal and used in serious or dignified contexts, not casual ones.

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The ceremony had an air of reverence, fitting for the occasion.
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