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irreverently Synonyms
Another word for irreverently
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• adverb (Context 1)
In a manner showing a lack of respect for people, customs, or institutions that are generally taken seriously.
Usage Example
"The comedian spoke disrespectfully about traditional political institutions throughout his routine."
Strongest
disrespectfully
flippantly
Strong
impudently
impertinently
insolently
cheekily
facetiously
profanely
cavalierly
Opposites of irreverently
The opposite of irreverently shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
reverently
respectfully
deferentially
piously
devoutly
solemnly
earnestly
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Irreverently. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/irreverently