Synonyms of irreverent

Adjective


1. irreverent (vs. reverent), blasphemous, profane, sacrilegious, aweless, awless, disrespectful, disrespectful

usage: showing lack of due respect or veneration; "irreverent scholars mocking sacred things"; "noisy irreverent tourists"

2. impertinent, irreverent, pert, saucy, spirited (vs. spiritless)

usage: characterized by a lightly pert and exuberant quality; "a certain irreverent gaiety and ease of manner"

3. godless, irreverent, impious (vs. pious)

usage: not revering god

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Definition and meaning of irreverent (Dictionary)