Sincere vs Irreverent - What's the difference?

As adjectives the difference between sincere and irreverent

is that sincere is sincere while irreverent is irreverent.

(en-adj)

Genuine; meaning what one says or does; heartfelt.

I believe he is sincere in his offer to help.

Meant truly or earnestly.

She gave it a sincere , if misguided effort.

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(en adjective)

Lacking respect or seriousness.

Courageous, straightforward, having mass appeal, but likely to offend. Challenging the status quo, rocking the boat.

:An irreverent new work.

:An irreverent examination of reviewing.

* impertinent * insolent * flippant * pert * See also