Genuflection
noun
The act of bending one's knee or body, usually in worship or respect.
The priest showed his devotion through genuflection.
Often appears as...
- deeper genuflection
- silent genuflection
noun
The act of being overly respectful or submissive.
His continual genuflection to the boss was considered sycophantic by his peers.
Often appears as...
- excessive genuflection
- continual genuflection
Usage tips
Disapproving
noun
The act of bending one's knee or body, usually in worship or respect.
The priest showed his devotion through genuflection.
Often appears as...
- deeper genuflection
- silent genuflection
noun
The act of being overly respectful or submissive.
His continual genuflection to the boss was considered sycophantic by his peers.
Often appears as...
- excessive genuflection
- continual genuflection
Usage tips
Disapproving
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Religious Connotation
Often associated with religious practices or traditional ceremonies.
During the service, there was a moment for genuflection before the altar.
Pro Tip 2/3Respectful Gesture
Symbolizes great respect, humility, or reverence towards a person or symbol.
Out of respect for the queen, they performed a genuflection.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Variance
In some cultures, genuflection is a common greeting or sign of respect.
In their culture, genuflection was common when entering a person's home.
Pro Tip 1/3Religious Connotation
Often associated with religious practices or traditional ceremonies.
During the service, there was a moment for genuflection before the altar.
Pro Tip 2/3Respectful Gesture
Symbolizes great respect, humility, or reverence towards a person or symbol.
Out of respect for the queen, they performed a genuflection.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Variance
In some cultures, genuflection is a common greeting or sign of respect.
In their culture, genuflection was common when entering a person's home.
Pro Tip 1/3Religious Connotation
Often associated with religious practices or traditional ceremonies.
During the service, there was a moment for genuflection before the altar.
Pro Tip 2/3Respectful Gesture
Symbolizes great respect, humility, or reverence towards a person or symbol.
Out of respect for the queen, they performed a genuflection.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Variance
In some cultures, genuflection is a common greeting or sign of respect.
In their culture, genuflection was common when entering a person's home.
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