reverence vs venerate

reverence is a noun but venerate is not a noun.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
reverence	Yes	No	Yes	No
venerate	No	No	Yes	No

As verbs, reverence and venerate are synonyms defined as:

reverence and venerate: regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of

Other synonyms of reverence include fear, revere.

reverence (noun)	venerate (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)	venerate (verb)
regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of	regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of