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irreverential

adjective

/ˌɪrɛvəˈrɛnʃəl/

Meaning

Showing a lack of respect for things that are generally taken seriously.

His irreverential humor often shocked traditional audiences.

disrespectful, mocking, flippant, cheeky, satirical

respectful, reverent, deferential

irreverential tone, irreverential humor, irreverential remarks, irreverential attitude

final; decisive; settling a matter completely

having qualities traditionally associated with men

Relating to colors or, in music, notes outside the standard scale.

Physically weak and delicate.

Relating to or involving gratification of the senses and physical pleasure.

able to be defended or maintained against attack or objection