Definition of irreligious
1 : neglectful of religion : lacking religious emotions, doctrines, or practices so irreligious that they exploit popular religion for professional purposes — G. B. Shaw
2 : indicating lack of religion
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Examples of irreligious in a Sentence
raised in an irreligious family where the subject of God was never even discussed
15th Century
First Known Use of irreligious
15th century
IRRELIGIOUS Defined for English Language Learners
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: not believing in or practicing any religion
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: having or showing a lack of respect for religion
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