irreverent
adjective
[ ɪˈrɛv(ə)r(ə)nt ]
• showing a lack of respect for people or things that are generally taken seriously.
Similar:
disrespectful,
disdainful,
scornful,
contemptuous,
derisive,
disparaging,
insolent,
impudent,
impertinent,
cheeky,
flippant,
flip,
insubordinate,
presumptuous,
forward,
rude,
impolite,
discourteous,
uncivil,
insulting,
abusive,
fresh,
lippy,
Origin:
late Middle English: from Latin irreverent- ‘not revering’, from in- ‘not’ + reverent- ‘revering’ (see reverent).
