irreligious Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. adjective hostile or indifferent to religion

WordNet


Ir`re*li"gious adjective
Etymology
L. irreligiosus: cf. F. irréligieux.
Definitions
  1. Destitute of religion; not controlled by religious motives or principles; ungodly. Cf. Impiou.
    Shame and reproach are generally the portion of the impious and irreligious. South.
  2. Indicating a want of religion; profane; wicked; as, irreligious speech.

Webster 1913