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- DictionaryIr·rev·er·ent/ˌi(r)ˈrev(ə)rənt/
adjective
- 1. showing a lack of respect for people or things that are generally taken seriously: "he had an irreverent sense of humor but could always be counted on for sage advice"
The meaning of IRREVERENT is lacking proper respect or seriousness; also : satiric. How to use irreverent in a sentence.
Irreverent definition: not reverent; manifesting or characterized by irreverence; deficient in veneration or respect. See examples of IRREVERENT used in a sentence.
IRREVERENT definition: 1. not showing the expected respect for official, important, or holy things: 2. not showing the…. Learn more.
lacking the expected respect for official, important, or holy things: The television program takes an irreverent look at the medical profession. irreverence.
adjective. showing lack of due respect or veneration. “ irreverent scholars mocking sacred things”. “noisy irreverent tourists”. synonyms: disrespectful. exhibiting lack of respect; rude and discourteous. blasphemous, profane, sacrilegious. grossly irreverent toward what is held to be sacred.
If you describe someone as irreverent, you mean that they do not show respect for people or things that are generally respected. She's irreverent, fun and hugely popular. Taylor combined great knowledge with an irreverent attitude to history. 'Jobs for the boys,' said Crosby irreverently.
If you describe someone as irreverent, you mean that they do not show respect for people or things that are generally respected.
not showing respect to somebody/something that other people usually respect. The movie takes an irreverent look at the city. Definition of irreverent adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
Definition of irreverent adjective in Oxford Advanced American Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
IRREVERENT definition: 1. not showing any respect for people or traditions that are usually respected: 2. irreverent…. Learn more.
