“+ adjective
Etymology: Latin irreverent-, irreverens, from in- in- (I) + reverent-, reverens, reverent — more at reverent
: not reverent: as
a. : failing in proper reverence to something entitled to veneration or respect
irreverent scholars mocking sacred things
b. : characterized by a lightly pert or exuberant quality or manner
a certain irreverent gaiety and ease of manner
• ir·reverently “+ adverb