Irreverence
noun
The lack of respect for something or someone that is generally taken seriously.
His art has a sense of irreverence and reflects movement and dynamism.
Often appears as...
- sense of irreverence
- show irreverence
noun
The act of treating somebody or something with disrespect especially in a humorous and playful manner.
Her irreverence for authority is well-known.
Often appears as...
- irreverence towards authority
- show irreverence
noun
The lack of respect for something or someone that is generally taken seriously.
His art has a sense of irreverence and reflects movement and dynamism.
Often appears as...
- sense of irreverence
- show irreverence
noun
The act of treating somebody or something with disrespect especially in a humorous and playful manner.
Her irreverence for authority is well-known.
Often appears as...
- irreverence towards authority
- show irreverence
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Serious Tones
Use 'irreverence' when discussing subjects that are usually treated with gravity and dignity.
She caused a stir with her irreverence towards political figures during the ceremony.
Pro Tip 2/3Risk of Offense
Exercise caution, as 'irreverence' might offend those who value the disrespected institution or person.
His irreverence at the commemoration offended many veterans present.
Pro Tip 3/3Negative Connotation
Although it can be playful, 'irreverence' often carries a negative connotation of rudeness.
Despite her charm, her irreverence towards the judges cost her the competition.
Pro Tip 1/3Serious Tones
Use 'irreverence' when discussing subjects that are usually treated with gravity and dignity.
She caused a stir with her irreverence towards political figures during the ceremony.
Pro Tip 2/3Risk of Offense
Exercise caution, as 'irreverence' might offend those who value the disrespected institution or person.
His irreverence at the commemoration offended many veterans present.
Pro Tip 3/3Negative Connotation
Although it can be playful, 'irreverence' often carries a negative connotation of rudeness.
Despite her charm, her irreverence towards the judges cost her the competition.
Pro Tip 1/3Serious Tones
Use 'irreverence' when discussing subjects that are usually treated with gravity and dignity.
She caused a stir with her irreverence towards political figures during the ceremony.
Pro Tip 2/3Risk of Offense
Exercise caution, as 'irreverence' might offend those who value the disrespected institution or person.
His irreverence at the commemoration offended many veterans present.
Pro Tip 3/3Negative Connotation
Although it can be playful, 'irreverence' often carries a negative connotation of rudeness.
Despite her charm, her irreverence towards the judges cost her the competition.
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Take a look at this. This chart is going to document a very similar trend. But in this case, we have comfort -- the bubble in red -- social commentary and irreverence in blue and green. Now this time on TV
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Take a look at this. This chart is going to document a very similar trend. But in this case, we have comfort -- the bubble in red -- social commentary and irreverence in blue and green. Now this time on TV
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Quote examples
Vinod Khosla
American Businessman
In my view, it's irreverence, foolish confidence and naivety combined with persistence, open mindedness and a continual ability to learn that created Facebook, Google, Yahoo, eBay, Microsoft, Apple, Juniper, AOL, Sun Microsystems and others.
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Brendan Behan
Irish Dramatist
I have a total irreverence for anything connected with society except that which makes the roads safer, the beer stronger, the food cheaper and the old men and old women warmer in the winter and happier in the summer.
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Andy Dunn
American Businessman
Being a founder is about being so driven to distraction by the world that you want to put something new in it. It's an act of creation, of irreverence, of defiance, of hope, and arguably one of narcissism.
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T. J. Miller
American Actor
I don't know that I would host the Golden Globes or the Emmys because I don't think they have the appreciation for irreverence that the Critics Choice does.
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Paul Rudd
American Actor
I've always loved David Letterman. There was an irreverence to his show that I remember, especially in 'Late Night' - it always seemed so fresh.
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Giles Deacon
British Designer
People are always saying, 'You use irony,' and it's like, actually, we don't use irony: we use wit and playfulness and irreverence.
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Sharon Needles
American Entertainer
I think that the attraction to camp is its irreverence, it's strange, it in no way reflects reality while using real characters.
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Lewis Grizzard
American Writer
A little irreverence is always important to being a columnist. I try to do that.
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Richard Attenborough
English Actor
Irreverence is an essential part of our culture.
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Tom Lehrer
American Musician
Irreverence is easy - what's hard is wit.
Quote examples
Vinod Khosla
American Businessman
In my view, it's irreverence, foolish confidence and naivety combined with persistence, open mindedness and a continual ability to learn that created Facebook, Google, Yahoo, eBay, Microsoft, Apple, Juniper, AOL, Sun Microsystems and others.
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Brendan Behan
Irish Dramatist
I have a total irreverence for anything connected with society except that which makes the roads safer, the beer stronger, the food cheaper and the old men and old women warmer in the winter and happier in the summer.
Quote examples
Andy Dunn
American Businessman
Being a founder is about being so driven to distraction by the world that you want to put something new in it. It's an act of creation, of irreverence, of defiance, of hope, and arguably one of narcissism.
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T. J. Miller
American Actor
I don't know that I would host the Golden Globes or the Emmys because I don't think they have the appreciation for irreverence that the Critics Choice does.
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Paul Rudd
American Actor
I've always loved David Letterman. There was an irreverence to his show that I remember, especially in 'Late Night' - it always seemed so fresh.
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Giles Deacon
British Designer
People are always saying, 'You use irony,' and it's like, actually, we don't use irony: we use wit and playfulness and irreverence.
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Sharon Needles
American Entertainer
I think that the attraction to camp is its irreverence, it's strange, it in no way reflects reality while using real characters.
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Lewis Grizzard
American Writer
A little irreverence is always important to being a columnist. I try to do that.
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Richard Attenborough
English Actor
Irreverence is an essential part of our culture.
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Tom Lehrer
American Musician
Irreverence is easy - what's hard is wit.
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