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impious
01
showing a lack of respect or reverence toward God or sacred things
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His impious remarks offended the entire congregation.
They saw the act as impious and sacrilegious.
02
showing a lack of respect or dutifulness toward someone or something deserving honor, such as parents, traditions, or authority
Examples
His impious behavior toward his elders shocked the community.
Ignoring the country 's traditions was seen as impious.
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