disrespect

[ dis-ri-spekt ]

noun

1. lack of respect; discourtesy; rudeness.

   Synonyms: irreverence, disregard, contempt

verb (used with object)

1. to regard or treat without respect; regard or treat with contempt or rudeness.

disrespect

/ ˌdɪsrɪˈspɛkt /

noun

1. contempt; rudeness

verb

1. tr to show lack of respect for

Derived Forms

• ˌdisreˈspectfulness, noun
• ˌdisreˈspectful, adjective
• ˌdisreˈspectfully, adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of disrespect¹

First recorded in 1605–15; dis- ¹ + respect

Example Sentences

Now, however, many people on social media are criticizing Strahan for what they considered to be a show of disrespect toward the military.

From Los Angeles Times

“For you to respond by dropping your hands down in blatant disrespect, by a Majors son no less!”

From Los Angeles Times

"There's no disrespect to France, but if we want to compete in the World Cups, we need to be playing against the best nations more regularly," Williams added.

From BBC

It isn’t a question of his lack of empathy or his disrespect for the military and for soldiers killed in battle.

From Salon

In publishing its written reasons behind the decision, the commission said there was "no excuse" for such an "an egregious display of disrespectful behaviour" that could "fuel disrespect towards match officials".

From BBC

Related Words

• contempt