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Definition venerable in British English

venerable adjective

adjective
/ˈven(ə)rəb(ə)l/
1

very old and wise or respected

Example

a portrait of a venerable white-bearded statesman

Example

one of the world's most venerable institutions

Synonyms and related words
ancient the elderly the old genius intelligent wise
1.1

very old

Example

his venerable old boat

Synonyms and related words
aged ageing age-old ancient the elderly the old
Definition venerable in British English