The Opposite(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.
Explore all Antonyms of “hyperreverential”
Definitions and Examples of disrespectful, irreverent
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Showing a lack of respect or courtesy towards someone or something.
Example
It is disrespectful to talk while the teacher is giving a lecture.
Lacking respect or reverence towards someone or something that is usually considered sacred or important.
Example
His irreverent comments about religion offended some people.
Key Differences: disrespectful vs irreverent
- 1Disrespectful implies a lack of respect or courtesy towards someone or something, regardless of its importance or sacredness.
- 2Irreverent specifically refers to a lack of respect or reverence towards something that is usually considered sacred or important.
Effective Usage of disrespectful, irreverent
- 1Social Interactions: Use disrespectful and irreverent to describe behavior that is not respectful or courteous.
- 2Religious Contexts: Use irreverent to describe behavior that shows a lack of respect towards religious beliefs or practices.
- 3Academic Settings: Use disrespectful to describe behavior that is not respectful towards teachers, classmates, or academic institutions.
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.
