Noun: irreverence i're-vu-run(t)s
- An irreverent mental attitude
"His irreverence for traditional customs shocked the elders"
- An act that disrespects or profanes something sacred
"His irreverence towards sacred symbols offended many";
- violation
Derived forms: irreverences
Type of: attitude, evil, immorality, iniquity, mental attitude, wickedness
Antonym: reverence
Encyclopedia: Irreverence