reverend
Translation
a member of the clergy, a minister
Examples
She spoke to the local reverend.
She spoke to the local reverend.
The Reverend Smith will lead the service.
The Reverend Smith will lead the service.
Grammar Patterns
a/the reverend a member of the clergy She spoke to the local reverend.
The Reverend ((Name)) a title for a member of the clergy The Reverend Smith will lead the service.
Similar Words
Synonyms: minister, priest, pastor, cleric
Etymology
From Latin 'reverendus', meaning 'he who is to be respected', from the verb 'revere'.
Memory Tips
A 'reverend' is a person who should be 'revered' (respected) for their religious position.