Definition of Irreverence

not showing respect to things that are considered important or sacred

Examples of Irreverence in a sentence

Although he should have admired and respected his teachers, the bad-mannered boy walked around the school with an attitude of irreverence.  🔊

The insolent church goer’s irreverence could be seen in the way she mocked the priest and tore up the holy books.  🔊

Everyone was disappointed by the irreverence Gina had for her elderly grandmother when she cursed her and pushed her to the ground.  🔊

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