The Root venerari: to revere
Latin root
The root venerari means to revere, and it comes from Latin. It shows up across the GRE, hidden inside words that look unrelated at first glance. Once you recognize it, you can decode the meaning of an unfamiliar word on sight instead of guessing. Below are 3 GRE words built from this one root. Learn the root, and you unlock the whole family.
Words from the root venerari
Accorded great respect because of age, wisdom, or character
“The venerable professor was beloved by students.”
To regard with great respect; revere
“Many cultures venerate their elders.”
Great respect or reverence
“The community showed veneration for their spiritual leader.”
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