reverend

Definition

  • noun: a priest or minister in the Christian church
  • noun: a member of the clergy
  • adjective: worthy of 'reverence'
  • sometimes used in plural as a title
  • synonyms: venerable, minister, sacred

Examples

  • We welcome 'Reverend John Smith' as our guest.

  • I will ask the 'Reverend Mother' what to do.

  • Good morning, 'Reverend Mother'.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) we've been handling the voter registration in this town now for two years. Well, you haven't gotten very far, have you? Well, maybe not, Reverend. But we're still here. Meaning what? This time next month, you won't be! - That's insanity! - Just like you left Albany. (..)
    2014 Selma
  • (..) Leadership Conference? A few of our top SCLC leaders are with us this time since we're going to be here a little longer than expected. Now, this here's Reverend C.T. Vivian. He coordinates all the SCLC branches. Welcome. Nice to meet you. Welcome, welcome. This is Reverend James Bevel. (..)
    2014 Selma