verehren
Translation
to adore, to revere, to worship, to admire
Examples
Viele Menschen verehren diesen Künstler.
Many people admire this artist.
Sie verehrt ihn wie einen Gott.
She worships him like a god.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) to adore/revere ((sb.)) Many people admire this artist.
((sb.)) ((as sth.)) to worship ((sb.)) ((as sth.)) They worship her as a goddess.
Similar Words
Synonyms: bewundern, anbeten; Antonyms: verachten, hassen
Etymology
From the prefix `ver-` (for intensification) and `Ehre` (honor). Literally 'to give great honor to'.
Memory Tips
Think of giving someone 'very' much 'Ehre' (honor). The `ver-` prefix often intensifies the root word.