Definitions
- Describing something that is not respected or honored. - Referring to a lack of reverence or veneration for a person, place, or thing. - Talking about something that is not treated with the respect it deserves.
- Describing behavior or language that shows a lack of respect or seriousness. - Referring to someone who does not show proper respect for authority, tradition, or religion. - Talking about something that is disrespectful or flippant towards a person, place, or thing.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a lack of respect or reverence.
- 2Both can be used to describe behavior or language.
- 3Both can be used to describe attitudes towards authority or tradition.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Unreverenced is less commonly used than irreverent.
- 2Connotation: Unreverenced implies neglect or disregard, while irreverent implies disrespect or irreverence.
- 3Intensity: Irreverent is often more intense than unreverenced.
- 4Scope: Irreverent can be used to describe a wide range of behaviors or attitudes, while unreverenced is more limited in scope.
Remember this!
Unreverenced and irreverent are synonyms that describe a lack of respect or reverence. However, unreverenced implies neglect or disregard, while irreverent implies disrespect or irreverence. Additionally, irreverent is more commonly used and can describe a wider range of behaviors or attitudes.
