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Webster 1913 Edition


Irreligious

Irˊre-li′gious

,
Adj.
[L.
irreligiosus
: cf. F.
irréligieux
.]
1.
Destitute of religion; not controlled by religious motives or principles; ungodly. Cf.
Impious
.
Shame and reproach are generally the portion of the impious and
irreligious
.
South.
2.
Indicating a lack of religion; profane; wicked;
as,
irreligious
speech
.

Webster 1828 Edition


Irreligious

IRRELIG'IOUS

,
Adj.
Destitute of religious principles; condemning religion; impious; ungodly.
Shame and reproach are generally the portion of the impious and irreligious.
1.
Contrary to religion; profane; impious; wicked; as an irreligious speech; irreligious conduct.