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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“A disrespect to the game,” said Robert Horry, who played with Bryant in L.A. for seven seasons.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2026

The unions still accused him of fostering disrespect.

From Slate • Feb. 28, 2026

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

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026

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

From BBC • Feb. 12, 2026

Richard’s friends knew his mom ran a tight ship—no disrespect, no talking back.

From "The 57 Bus" by Dashka Slater