irreverence
NounUS/ˌɪˈrɛvɚəns/4 syllables
Synonyms:
violation
Open English WordNet
Noun (2)
- an irreverent mental attitudeOpposite reverenceType of attitude, mental attitudeKinds profaneness
- a disrespectful actSynonyms: violationType of evil, immoralityKinds profanation, desecration
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Webster's Dictionary (1913)
Ir·rev′er·ence noun
Origin: L. irreverentia: cf. F. irrévérence.
The state or quality of being irreverent; lack of proper reverence; disregard of the authority and character of a superior.
Webster’s Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913), from GCIDE 0.54