irreverential

Meanings

• adjective

  Showing disrespect or mocking behaviour towards something that is generally taken seriously.

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Rhymes

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perennial , rational , verdant

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Variants

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irreverent , irreverently

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Etymology

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From the Latin 'irreverentia' meaning 'lack of reverence'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'irreverential' was popularized in the English language during the Renaissance period.

2. The term 'irreverential' has been used to describe works of art that were controversial in their time but have since become accepted as classics.

3. The term 'irreverential' has also been used to describe people who have a disrespectful or mocking attitude towards authority figures.

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Related Concepts

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1. Satire: A form of art that uses humor, irony, exaggeration, or ridicule to expose and criticize people's stupidity or vices, particularly in the context of contemporary politics and other topical issues.

2. Blasphemy: The act of insulting or showing disrespect towards something considered sacred by a particular religion or group.

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Culture

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The term 'irreverential' has been used in various contexts to describe works of art, literature, and music that challenge conventional norms and values. For instance, in the context of art, the term 'irreverential' can be used to describe works that challenge religious or political taboos.

How to Memorize "irreverential"

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3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by associating the word 'irreverential' with the word 'reverence' and remember that the former is the opposite of the latter.

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