Genuflect
verb
To bend the knee or touch one knee to the floor in respect.
He genuflected before the altar in the church.
Often appears as...
- genuflect before an altar
- genuflect in church
verb
To show a lot of respect or admiration for someone or something, often too much.
The art world seemed to genuflect before his talent.
Often appears as...
- genuflect before someone's talent
- genuflect to authority
verb
To bend the knee or touch one knee to the floor in respect.
He genuflected before the altar in the church.
Often appears as...
- genuflect before an altar
- genuflect in church
verb
To show a lot of respect or admiration for someone or something, often too much.
The art world seemed to genuflect before his talent.
Often appears as...
- genuflect before someone's talent
- genuflect to authority
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Religious Origins
Originally, 'genuflect' referred to a physical act of worship or reverence in religious contexts.
The knights would genuflect before entering the cathedral.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Variance
'Genuflect' is more common in religious traditions where kneeling is a sign of respect, like Christianity.
In many churches, worshippers genuflect upon entering the pew.
Pro Tip 3/3Modern Usage
Today, 'genuflect' may also be used metaphorically to express deep respect outside of religion.
The audience seemed to genuflect in awe of the speaker's wisdom.
Pro Tip 1/3Religious Origins
Originally, 'genuflect' referred to a physical act of worship or reverence in religious contexts.
The knights would genuflect before entering the cathedral.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Variance
'Genuflect' is more common in religious traditions where kneeling is a sign of respect, like Christianity.
In many churches, worshippers genuflect upon entering the pew.
Pro Tip 3/3Modern Usage
Today, 'genuflect' may also be used metaphorically to express deep respect outside of religion.
The audience seemed to genuflect in awe of the speaker's wisdom.
Pro Tip 1/3Religious Origins
Originally, 'genuflect' referred to a physical act of worship or reverence in religious contexts.
The knights would genuflect before entering the cathedral.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Variance
'Genuflect' is more common in religious traditions where kneeling is a sign of respect, like Christianity.
In many churches, worshippers genuflect upon entering the pew.
Pro Tip 3/3Modern Usage
Today, 'genuflect' may also be used metaphorically to express deep respect outside of religion.
The audience seemed to genuflect in awe of the speaker's wisdom.
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Video examples
Barton Seaver:...
So what are we looking for in a meal? Well for health, I'm looking for wholesome ingredients that are good for my body. For joy, I'm looking for butter and salt and sexy things that make things taste less like penance. For family, I'm looking for recipes that genuflect to my own personal histories.
Video examples
Barton Seaver:...
So what are we looking for in a meal? Well for health, I'm looking for wholesome ingredients that are good for my body. For joy, I'm looking for butter and salt and sexy things that make things taste less like penance. For family, I'm looking for recipes that genuflect to my own personal histories.
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Quote examples
Tom Perez
American Politician
There's a myth out there that you have to genuflect at the altar of quarterly earnings. But it's a false choice that you can either be a good fiduciary or promote values such as environmental sustainability.
Quote examples
Tom Perez
American Politician
There's a myth out there that you have to genuflect at the altar of quarterly earnings. But it's a false choice that you can either be a good fiduciary or promote values such as environmental sustainability.
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