Reveres

Reveres is the third-person singular present tense of the verb revere. To revere means to regard with deep respect, admiration, or honor. The form reveres is used with singular third-person subjects, as in “She reveres her mentor for his wisdom.” The verb can describe respect that is religious, ceremonial, or secular in nature, and it often implies a strong or enduring regard for the person, idea, tradition, or achievement being honored.

Etymology and usage: Revere comes from Old French reverer, from Latin reverērī, meaning to esteem or honor. In modern English, reverence is the related noun that captures the quality of profound respect. Reveres is most commonly encountered in everyday prose and formal writing when describing someone who holds something in high regard. It is a transitive verb and typically takes a direct object, as in “They revere ancient traditions.”

Context and nuance: The term often appears in discussions of culture, religion, literature, and leadership, where figures or ideals are held in high esteem. While reverence can imply a outward display of respect, revere emphasizes the active regard or veneration someone demonstrates toward another person, a principle, or a memory.

Ambiguity: Reveres can also be encountered as a surname or, less commonly, as a proper noun in specific contexts. In most ordinary uses, however, it functions as a verb form rather than a standalone noun. See also reverence, reverent, and revere.