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Venerable

/vˈɛnərəbəl/
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(adj) Commanding respect because of age, dignity, character or position.

Hero is a venerable title, because of the price paid.
The venerable business woman will participate in charity work in Africa.
CEFR Practice Quiz
He is a ____ member of the local community, having served on the city council for over forty several years today.

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