irreverence Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun an irreverent mental attitude
  2. noun a disrespectful act
    violation.

WordNet

Ir*rev"er*ence noun
Etymology
L. irreverentia: cf. F. irrévérence.
Definitions
  1. The state or quality of being irreverent; want of proper reverence; disregard of the authority and character of a superior.

Webster 1913