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impious

im·pi·ous [ ímpee əs, im p əss ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. showing lack of religious respect: not showing due reverence for God or something holy

2. disrespectful: showing a lack of respect for somebody or something ( formal )


im·pi·ous·ly adverb
im·pi·ous·ness noun
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