irreverence
UK/i'revәrәns/US
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Definitions
n.
Lack of proper respect or reverence toward someone or something regarded as important.
不敬，无礼，轻慢
Root Breakdown
Native Englishirnot, opposite of
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reagain, back
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verother
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encestate, quality
=irreverence
Example Sentences
- 1.
The comedian's irreverence toward authority made audiences both laugh and gasp.
- 2.
His irreverence in the sacred temple offended many religious pilgrims.
- 3.
The irreverence displayed in their art challenged traditional cultural values.