disrespect

[dis-ri-spekt] / ˌdɪs rɪˈspɛkt /

NOUN

disregard, rudeness toward someone

Synonyms

STRONGEST

contempt

STRONG

boldness coarseness discourtesy dishonor flippancy hardihood impertinence impiety impoliteness impudence incivility insolence irreverence sacrilege

WEAK

insolency insolentness lack of respect unmannerliness

Antonyms

STRONG

courtesy humility manners politeness respect reverence

WEAK

civility esteem honor regard

Example Sentences

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I mean no disrespect to Mr. Paxton or his fans when I say his talk was hard to follow.

From The Wall Street Journal

The radio host added: “Just because you have a disability does not mean we will tolerate the disrespect.”

From Los Angeles Times

“Don’t lie. Don’t disobey. Don’t disrespect your mother,” he has ranted.

From Salon

When I read the AI-generated response, I felt disrespected and ended the correspondence.

From The Wall Street Journal

"Nursing staff will not tolerate the disrespect of other years, when we were bottom of the pile," added Ranger.

From BBC