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Definition: (adjective) Worthy of respect or reverence, as because of great age, high office, or noble character.
Synonyms: revered, august.
Usage: Nothing could exceed the love and respect which the younger cottagers exhibited towards their venerable companion.
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  1. undistinguished Definition: (adjective) Not worthy of notice. Synonyms: insignificant. Usage: In spite of a loud voice … and an implacable manner, he had been an undistinguished member of most of the existing aeronautical associations. Discuss

  2. honorable Definition: (adjective) Deserving of esteem and respect. Synonyms: estimable, respectable, good. Usage: You are offended at being put on duty a bit, but why not apologize to an old and honorable officer? Discuss

  3. venerate Definition: (verb) To hold in deep respect. Synonyms: revere. Usage: In our culture, we venerate the elderly and pay heed to their wisdom. Discuss

  4. high-spirited Definition: (adjective) Joyously unrestrained. Synonyms: ebullient, exuberant. Usage: These beer busts were a diversion of these high-spirited young fellows whereby they whiled away the tedium of existence by making fools of their betters. Discuss

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