reverend

/ˈrɛvərənd/
noun
  1. A title of respect used for a member of the Christian clergy.
    • The reverend gave a moving sermon on Sunday.
    • We invited the local reverend to bless the new community center.
    • Reverend Smith has been serving this parish for over twenty years.
Antonyms
adjective
  1. Used as a title before the name of a Christian cleric.
    • The letter was addressed to Reverend Thomas Green.
    • Please welcome Reverend Johnson to the podium.
    • Reverend Davis will officiate the wedding ceremony.
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