venerate vs reverence

venerate is not a noun while reverence is a noun.

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

As verbs, venerate and reverence are synonyms defined as:

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

Other synonyms of venerate include fear, revere.

venerate (noun)	reverence (noun)
	an act showing respect (especially a bow or curtsy)
	a reverent mental attitude
	a feeling of profound respect for someone or something

venerate (verb)	reverence (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