irreverence
noun
ir·rev·er·ence
i-ˈre-v(ə-)rən(t)s 
ˌi(r)-,
-ˈre-vərn(t)s
1
: lack of reverence
2
: an irreverent act or utterance
Examples of irreverence in a Sentence
the sect has no tolerance for any irreverence directed toward their spiritual leader
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While opinions inevitably vary, Carpenter is walking the fine line between irreverence and responsibility with a knowing wink and an all-important sense of humor.
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Jem Aswad, Variety, 27 Oct. 2025
In this case, Palazzolo borrows from another artist who shares the same irreverence for societal norms, all while questioning our society’s worship of labor.
—Mario Rodriguez, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2025
The caramel coating of insane-asylum irreverence can’t totally disguise that flavor.
—A.a. Dowd, Vulture, 3 Oct. 2025
Shows with women protagonists and nuanced explorations of their personal and professional lives reflect her wit, irreverence, and commitment to social justice.
—Time, 17 Sep. 2025
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Jem Aswad, Variety, 27 Oct. 2025
In this case, Palazzolo borrows from another artist who shares the same irreverence for societal norms, all while questioning our society’s worship of labor.
—Mario Rodriguez, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2025
The caramel coating of insane-asylum irreverence can’t totally disguise that flavor.
—A.a. Dowd, Vulture, 3 Oct. 2025
Shows with women protagonists and nuanced explorations of their personal and professional lives reflect her wit, irreverence, and commitment to social justice.
—Time, 17 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for irreverence
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“Irreverence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/irreverence. Accessed 31 Oct. 2025.
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