worthy of respect because of great age, wisdom, or importance.
From Latin 'venerabilis' meaning 'worthy of respect,' derived from 'venerari' meaning 'to revere or worship.' The root implies treating something as sacred because of its age and dignity.
The Catholic Church uses this as an official title for people on the path to sainthood—'the Venerable [Name]'—showing how language itself can honor age and spiritual achievement.
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