Synonyms

irreverent

American

[ih-rev-er-uhnt] / ɪˈrɛv ər ənt /

adjective

not reverent; manifesting or characterized by irreverence; deficient in veneration or respect.

an irreverent reply.

Synonyms:

profane, impious, irreligious

Other Word Forms

irreverently adverb

Etymology

Origin of irreverent

1485–95; < Latin irreverent- (stem of irreverēns ) disrespectful. See ir- ², reverent

Example Sentences

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He joined BBC Radio 1 in 1998 as the host of the early breakfast show and went on to become a household name presenting his irreverent afternoon show.

From BBC

The B-52s biggest hit, released in 1989, is one of pop's most carefree and irreverent songs, full of manic energy and endlessly quotable lyrics.

From BBC

Setting out to make a film about the Civil War general burning his way through the South, he ended up with an irreverent, semi-solipsistic travelogue organized around the women he encountered along the way.

From The Wall Street Journal

Brewdog's success was built on developing a loyal following who loved the company's irreverent take on a craft beer industry thought to be tired and stuffy.

From BBC

She's an artist who defies convention, not simply because of her age and her bold, irreverent work, but also because of how she got here.

From BBC

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