Irreverent
adjective
Respecting nothing, showing no respect or reverence.
His irreverent behavior towards his elders was rude and shocking.
Often appears as...
- irreverent humor
- irreverent attitude
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Disapproving
adjective
Treating serious matters with humour, mocking.
He always has an irreverent approach to serious subjects, which some people find offensive.
Often appears as...
- irreverent tone
- irreverent approach
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Approving, Disapproving
adjective
Lacking respect for things that are generally taken seriously.
Her irreverent remarks about the ceremony were considered inappropriate.
Often appears as...
- irreverent comments
- irreverent attitude
Usage tips
Disapproving
adjective
Respecting nothing, showing no respect or reverence.
His irreverent behavior towards his elders was rude and shocking.
Often appears as...
- irreverent humor
- irreverent attitude
Usage tips
Disapproving
adjective
Treating serious matters with humour, mocking.
He always has an irreverent approach to serious subjects, which some people find offensive.
Often appears as...
- irreverent tone
- irreverent approach
Usage tips
Approving, Disapproving
adjective
Lacking respect for things that are generally taken seriously.
Her irreverent remarks about the ceremony were considered inappropriate.
Often appears as...
- irreverent comments
- irreverent attitude
Usage tips
Disapproving
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/2Respect and Tone
Use 'irreverent' to describe a tone or action that intentionally lacks respect, often deliberately.
His irreverent jokes during the solemn event were distasteful.
Pro Tip 2/2Cultural Sensitivity
Be cautious when using 'irreverent' in different cultures, as perceptions of respect vary widely.
The comedian's irreverent act was frowned upon in the conservative country.
Pro Tip 1/2Respect and Tone
Use 'irreverent' to describe a tone or action that intentionally lacks respect, often deliberately.
His irreverent jokes during the solemn event were distasteful.
Pro Tip 2/2Cultural Sensitivity
Be cautious when using 'irreverent' in different cultures, as perceptions of respect vary widely.
The comedian's irreverent act was frowned upon in the conservative country.
Pro Tip 1/2Respect and Tone
Use 'irreverent' to describe a tone or action that intentionally lacks respect, often deliberately.
His irreverent jokes during the solemn event were distasteful.
Pro Tip 2/2Cultural Sensitivity
Be cautious when using 'irreverent' in different cultures, as perceptions of respect vary widely.
The comedian's irreverent act was frowned upon in the conservative country.
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and rich inner lives. These headstrong heroines provide an entertaining anchor for their tumultuous romantic narratives. Like the irreverent Elizabeth Bennet of "Pride and Prejudice," whose devotion to her sisters’ love lives blinds her to a clumsy suitor.
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one out of three black men will see the inside of a prison cell at some point in their life on this trajectory. But we have a solution. We decided to be irreverent to this idea
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The wicked wit of Jane...
and rich inner lives. These headstrong heroines provide an entertaining anchor for their tumultuous romantic narratives. Like the irreverent Elizabeth Bennet of "Pride and Prejudice," whose devotion to her sisters’ love lives blinds her to a clumsy suitor.
Video examples
Community-powered...
one out of three black men will see the inside of a prison cell at some point in their life on this trajectory. But we have a solution. We decided to be irreverent to this idea
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Quote examples
RuPaul
American Entertainer
For my tribe, the people I found years ago, we've found sanctuary in the irreverent, in the off-center, in the quirky... And that's how we stay entertained, and that's how we stay engaged in what would otherwise seem to be a really cruel world. A really harsh world.
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Dane Cook
American Comedian
As a comedian, I am obligated to tell you the truth, my truth. To share with you my beliefs, my perspective. And I think that we forget sometimes that that's the oath that comics take, that we will go up and share everything - the irreverent, the scary.
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Alice Walker
American Author
Howard Zinn was magical as a teacher. Witty, irreverent, and wise, he loved what he was teaching and clearly wanted his students to love it, also.
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Emma Stone
American Actress
The only movie I can watch on a loop, over and over, is 'Help', the Beatles movie. It's so funny and irreverent and great.
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Jason Whitlock
American Journalist
Our conversations on 'The Herd' are irreverent, insightful and original. That's a great combination.
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Brian Greene
American Physicist
I like 'The Simpsons' quite a lot. I love the irreverent character of the whole show. It's great.
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Mandira Bedi
Indian Actress
Chris Gayle has always been known to be a rather irreverent person.
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Ralphie May
American Comedian
I'm dirty, I'm irreverent - but I'm still a very topical comedian.
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Norman Mailer
American Novelist
In America few people will trust you unless you are irreverent.
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Horace
Roman Poet
I hate the irreverent rabble and keep them far from me.
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RuPaul
American Entertainer
For my tribe, the people I found years ago, we've found sanctuary in the irreverent, in the off-center, in the quirky... And that's how we stay entertained, and that's how we stay engaged in what would otherwise seem to be a really cruel world. A really harsh world.
Quote examples
Dane Cook
American Comedian
As a comedian, I am obligated to tell you the truth, my truth. To share with you my beliefs, my perspective. And I think that we forget sometimes that that's the oath that comics take, that we will go up and share everything - the irreverent, the scary.
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Alice Walker
American Author
Howard Zinn was magical as a teacher. Witty, irreverent, and wise, he loved what he was teaching and clearly wanted his students to love it, also.
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Emma Stone
American Actress
The only movie I can watch on a loop, over and over, is 'Help', the Beatles movie. It's so funny and irreverent and great.
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Jason Whitlock
American Journalist
Our conversations on 'The Herd' are irreverent, insightful and original. That's a great combination.
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Brian Greene
American Physicist
I like 'The Simpsons' quite a lot. I love the irreverent character of the whole show. It's great.
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Mandira Bedi
Indian Actress
Chris Gayle has always been known to be a rather irreverent person.
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Ralphie May
American Comedian
I'm dirty, I'm irreverent - but I'm still a very topical comedian.
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Norman Mailer
American Novelist
In America few people will trust you unless you are irreverent.
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Horace
Roman Poet
I hate the irreverent rabble and keep them far from me.
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