What is the opposite of “hyperreverential”?

What is the antonym of “hyperreverential”?

The antonyms of hyperreverential are disrespectful and irreverent. The antonyms disrespectful and irreverent convey a lack of respect or reverence towards someone or something.

Brief Definitions of the Antonym(s)

Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!

disrespectful

Showing a lack of respect or courtesy towards someone or something.

Example

It is disrespectful to talk while the teacher is giving a lecture.

irreverent

Lacking respect or reverence towards someone or something that is usually considered sacred or important.

Example

His irreverent comments about religion offended some people.

How are these antonyms different from each other?

• 1. Disrespectful implies a lack of respect or courtesy towards someone or something, regardless of its importance or sacredness.
• 2. Irreverent specifically refers to a lack of respect or reverence towards something that is usually considered sacred or important.

Good things to know

• 1. Social Interactions: Use disrespectful and irreverent to describe behavior that is not respectful or courteous.
• 2. Religious Contexts: Use irreverent to describe behavior that shows a lack of respect towards religious beliefs or practices.
• 3. Academic Settings: Use disrespectful to describe behavior that is not respectful towards teachers, classmates, or academic institutions.

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Remember this!

The antonyms of hyperreverential are disrespectful and irreverent. Use disrespectful to describe behavior that lacks respect or courtesy towards someone or something, and use irreverent to describe behavior that shows a lack of respect towards something that is usually considered sacred or important. These words can be used in social interactions, religious contexts, and academic settings.