
Irreligious
Impersonal Tone
Use 'irreligious' to describe a non-religious stance in a neutral or factual manner.
Despite his parents' faith, he grew up irreligious.
Respect in Context
'Irreligious' itself isn't rude, but context can make it seem critical of someone's belief.
Calling someone irreligious can be seen as judgmental in certain cultures.
Not Atheism
'Irreligious' doesn't mean atheist; it implies indifference more than disbelief in deities.
He's irreligious; he doesn't go to church or talk about gods.
Compare with
AgnosticAtheisticGodlessHeathenInfidelPaganSkeptical
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