irreverent
not reverent; manifesting or characterized by irreverence; deficient in veneration or respect: an irreverent reply.
Origin of irreverent
1Other words for irreverent
Other words from irreverent
- ir·rev·er·ent·ly, adverb
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How to use irreverent in a sentence
It’s just the latest chapter in the saga that started with irreverent Reddit investors crusading against short-selling hedge funds.
It’s how we pay for everything but most importantly, having a big, diverse support base gives us the confidence to be independent and irreverent.
Sheen seemed especially up to the task, riffing irreverently off every question.
But amongst them are angels who sit there most irreverently, and, with a laugh of challenge, throw out their legs la Tiepolo.
The History of Modern Painting, Volume 1 (of 4) | Richard Muther"You could write a good book on it, Duke," observed Jarvis irreverently.
The Ghost Breaker | Charles Goddard
"Wunnerful," said Gloria irreverently, and a smile passed across the faces of the conferees.
The Onslaught from Rigel | Fletcher Pratt"The ancient bell-wether of the Standard Oil," Travers irreverently dubbed him.
Tramping on Life | Harry KempMr Pitskiver—or old Pits, as he was irreverently called by his domestic—came rapidly up the street.
British Dictionary definitions for irreverent
irreverential (ɪˌrɛvəˈrənʃəl)
/ (ɪˈrɛvərənt, ɪˈrɛvrənt) /
without due respect or veneration; disrespectful; flippant
Derived forms of irreverent
- irreverently, adverb
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