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- [ih-rev-er-uh nt]
- /ɪˈrɛv ər ənt/
- /ɪˈrev.ər.ənt/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [ih-rev-er-uh nt]
- /ɪˈrɛv ər ənt/
Definitions of irreverent word
- adjective irreverent not reverent; manifesting or characterized by irreverence; deficient in veneration or respect: an irreverent reply. 2
- noun irreverent Showing a lack of respect for people or things that are generally taken seriously. 2
- adjective irreverent not showing respect 2
- adjective irreverent If you describe someone as irreverent, you mean that they do not show respect for people or things that are generally respected. 1
- adjective irreverent without due respect or veneration; disrespectful; flippant 1
- adjective irreverent Lacking respect or seriousness. 1
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Origin of irreverent
First appearance:
before 1485 One of the 25% oldest English words
1485-95; < Latin irreverent- (stem of irreverēns) disrespectful. See ir-2, reverent
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Parts of speech for Irreverent
noun
adjective
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adverb
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preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
irreverent popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 81% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".
irreverent usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for irreverent
adj irreverent
- derisive — A derisive noise, expression, or remark expresses contempt.
- profane — characterized by irreverence or contempt for God or sacred principles or things; irreligious.
- rude — discourteous or impolite, especially in a deliberate way: a rude reply.
- mocking — to attack or treat with ridicule, contempt, or derision.
- cheeky — If you describe a person or their behaviour as cheeky, you think that they are slightly rude or disrespectful but in a charming or amusing way.
adjective irreverent
- bold — Bold lines or designs are drawn in a clear, strong way.
- discourteous — not courteous; impolite; uncivil; rude: a discourteous salesman.
Antonyms for irreverent
adj irreverent
- respectful — full of, characterized by, or showing politeness or deference: a respectful reply.
- reverent — feeling, exhibiting, or characterized by reverence; deeply respectful: a reverent greeting.
- religious — of, relating to, or concerned with religion: a religious holiday.
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