The past tense of Venerate is venerated.
verb. ['ˈvɛnɝˌeɪt'] regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of.
1. Verb, non-3rd person singular present Cherokees, and most other native American tribes, venerate the eagle is a sacred bird. 2. Verb, base form They remove the cloth so the congregation can venerate the cross.