disrespect (ˌdɪsrɪˈspɛkt
)
Definitions
noun
- contempt; rudeness
verb
- (tr) to show lack of respect for
Alternative Forms
ˌdisreˈspectful adjective ˌdisreˈspectfully adverb ˌdisreˈspectfulness nounSynonyms
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contempt,
cheek,
disregard,
rudeness,
lack of respect
irreverence,
insolence,
impertinence,
impudence,
discourtesy,
incivility,
impoliteness,
lese-majesty,
unmannerliness,
Usage examples
Normally surrounded by men who treated him like rare porcelain, he was floundering in the face of Damin's disrespect.
, TREASON KEEP (2001)They've treated me like a crab... treated me with total disrespect.
NME (New Musical Express) (2002)Without intending disrespect to the court, he decided on a private protest.
Globe and Mail (2003)It is no disrespect to Hodge to say that his absence strengthens Scotland's chances.
Independent (1999)In France, the new dress carried dangerous political connotations, due to its disrespect for the supremacy of courtly tradition.
, PERDITA: The Life of Mary Robinson (2004)