venerate venerate /ˈvɛnɝˌeɪt/

verb

1. () Regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed, exalted or be in awe of  ( fear , revere , reverence , venerate )
   regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed, exalted or be in awe of
    Fear God as your father
   Fear God as your father
    We venerate genius
   We venerate genius