Definitions for disrespect
ˌdɪs rɪˈspɛktdis·re·spect

Princeton's WordNet(5.00 / 1 vote)Rate this definition:

1. disrespect, discourtesynoun

   an expression of lack of respect

2. disrespectnoun

   a disrespectful mental attitude

3. contempt, disrespectverb

   a manner that is generally disrespectful and contemptuous

4. disrespectverb

   show a lack of respect for

5. disrespect, disesteemverb

   have little or no respect for; hold in contempt

Wiktionary(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition:

1. disrespectnoun

   A lack of respect, esteem or courteous behaviour.

2. disrespectverb

   To show a lack of respect to someone or something.

Samuel Johnson's Dictionary(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition:

1. Disrespectnoun

   Incivility; want of reverence; irreverence; an act approaching to rudeness.

   Etymology: dis and respect.

   Any disrespect to acts of state, or to the persons of statesmen, was in no time more penal. Edward Hyde.

   Aristotle writ a methodical discourse concerning these arts, chusing a certain benefit before the hazard that might accrue from the vain disrespects of ignorant persons. John Wilkins.

   What is more usual to warriours than impatience of bearing the least affront or disrespect? Alexander Pope.

Webster Dictionary(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition:

1. Disrespectnoun

   want of respect or reverence; disesteem; incivility; discourtesy

2. Disrespectverb

   to show disrespect to

Chambers 20th Century Dictionary(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition:

1. Disrespect

   dis-re-spekt′, n. want of respect: discourtesy: incivility.—v.t. (arch.) not to respect.—adjs. Disrespect′able (rare), not respectable; Disrespect′ful, showing disrespect: irreverent: uncivil.—adv. Disrespect′fully.—n. Disrespect′fulness.

Matched Categories

1. • Attitude
   • Consider
   • Relate

How to pronounce disrespect?

1. Alex

   US English

   David

   US English

   Mark

   US English

   Daniel

   British

   Libby

   British

   Mia

   British

   Karen

   Australian

   Hayley

   Australian

   Natasha

   Australian

   Veena

   Indian

   Priya

   Indian

   Neerja

   Indian

   Zira

   US English

   Oliver

   British

   Wendy

   British

   Fred

   US English

   Tessa

   South African

How to say disrespect in sign language?

Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of disrespect in Chaldean Numerology is: 2

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of disrespect in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1

Examples of disrespect in a Sentence

1. Wesley D'Amico:

   Freedom of expression does not give you the right to disrespect others.

2. Getty Images:

   It is clear to me that the workplace in Washington was unprofessional and unacceptable in numerous respects. Bullying, widespread disrespect toward colleagues, use of demeaning language, public embarrassment, and harassment. Moreover, for a prolonged period of time, the commanders had a woefully deficient H.R. function, particularly with respect to reporting practices and record-keeping.

3. Anthony Kennedy:

   The outcome of cases like this in other circumstances must await further elaboration in the courts, all in the context of recognizing that these disputes must be resolved with tolerance, without undue disrespect to sincere religious beliefs, and without subjecting gay persons to indignities when they seek goods and services in an open market.

4. Ron Onesti:

   When will it end with the disrespect?

5. Ma Zhaoxu:

   Any attempt to overturn or distort the conclusions of the joint study report is political manipulation and disrespect for global scientists and science, the label of' refusing origin tracing' can never be pinned on China. Instead, it is very appropriate for the United States itself.

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