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disrespect

nounmasculinegeneral usecommon/dɨʒ.ʁɨʃ.ˈpɐj.tu/des·res·pei·to

Definition

1

Lack of respect or courtesy; an action or attitude that offends the dignity, rights, or feelings of someone or something.

Usage examples

“His comment was seen as disrespect towards the teacher.”
“We cannot accept disrespect for the company's policies.”

Common combinations

show disrespectdisrespect for authorityact of disrespect