What does disrespect mean?
Disrespect means A lack of respect, esteem or courteous behavior..
Disrespect
/dɪsɹɪˈspɛkt/ · noun
Meaning
A lack of respect, esteem or courteous behavior..
Definitions by Sense
- A lack of respect, esteem or courteous behavior.
- (transitive) To show a lack of respect to someone or something.
Example Sentences
[S]he uſed many arguments both to excuſe her ſelf and divert their intentions, yet adding ſtill more fierceneſs to their former behaviour, as they would not ſeem at all to be ſatisfied either with her language or her tears (notwithſtanding they proceeded more from her apprehenſion of their diſreſpects to her perſon, than out of any ſenſe ſhe had of her own preſent danger) […]
This was a champion team out of kilter, stung by what was arguably an act of disrespect to their opponents, a failure to appreciate their threat and the fine planning of Carlos Osorio, and never really able to regain its balance.
Synonyms for disrespect
Antonyms for disrespect
Related Words
Word Forms
- disrespects
- disrespecting
- disrespected
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for disrespect?
Common synonyms include disrespeck, misrespect, unrespect, dis.
What is the opposite of disrespect?
Possible antonyms include respect, regard, observe, esteem.
How do you use disrespect in a sentence?
[S]he uſed many arguments both to excuſe her ſelf and divert their intentions, yet adding ſtill more fierceneſs to their former behaviour, as they would not ſeem at all to be ſatisfied either with her language or her tears (notwithſtanding they proceeded more from her apprehenſion of their diſreſpects to her perſon, than out of any ſenſe ſhe had of her own preſent danger) […]
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