reverence vs prise
prise vs reverencereverence is a noun but prise is not a noun.
reverence and prise both are verbs.
| Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| reverence | Yes | No | Yes | No |
| prise | No | No | Yes | No |
As verbs,
prise is a hypernym of
reverence; that is, prise is a
word with a broader meaning than reverence:
- reverence: regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of
- prise: regard highly; think much of
| reverence (noun) | prise (noun) |
|---|---|
| an act showing respect (especially a bow or curtsy) | |
| a reverent mental attitude | |
| a feeling of profound respect for someone or something |
| reverence (verb) | prise (verb) |
|---|---|
| regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of | regard highly; think much of |
| to move or force, especially in an effort to get something open | |
| make an uninvited or presumptuous inquiry |
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