NSW Opportunity Class
Venerable
adjective/ven-er-uh-bul/
accorded a great deal of respect, especially because of age, wisdom, or character.
In contextThe venerable professor was beloved by all her students.
Remember it
VENER (respect) + ABLE: worthy of deep respect earned over long years.
Use it well
A respectful adjective for aged people and institutions: 'the venerable professor/school'.