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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In March, the comedian hosted for the second straight year and brought his signature irreverence with him.
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Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 12 May 2026
The scrappy downtown energy is still very much intact — with Mindelle and cast retelling this iconic story with innovation and irreverence.
—Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 11 May 2026
Gawker was rooted as much in irreverence and humor as news.
—Frank Digiacomo, HollywoodReporter, 8 May 2026
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—Usa Today Network, USA Today, 17 Apr. 2026
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Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 12 May 2026
The scrappy downtown energy is still very much intact — with Mindelle and cast retelling this iconic story with innovation and irreverence.
—Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 11 May 2026
Gawker was rooted as much in irreverence and humor as news.
—Frank Digiacomo, HollywoodReporter, 8 May 2026
The dining rooms lean hard into an ’80s-meets-diner aesthetic with neon accents, colorful murals, throwback playlists and a playful irreverence that matches its menu.
—Usa Today Network, USA Today, 17 Apr. 2026
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 21 May. 2026.
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