irreverent

adjective
UK: /ɪˈrevərənt/
US: /ɪˈrevərənt/

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

    1. He made an irreverent joke about the Pope, and some people got angry.
    2. Her irreverent attitude towards tradition made her a controversial figure in the community.

Synonyms

flippant sarcastic cheeky impudent

Frequently Asked Questions

The phonetic transcription of "irreverent" is /ɪˈrevərənt/ in British English and /ɪˈrevərənt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "irreverent": flippant, sarcastic, cheeky, impudent.

Example usage of "irreverent": "He made an irreverent joke about the Pope, and some people got angry.". More examples on the page.