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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Give him his due and cut out the disrespect!

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 14, 2026

"It shows absolute disrespect for the court, the jury and this entire process," said Judge Subramanian in court on Monday.

From BBC • Mar. 9, 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

“You disrespect your King, and I will not tolerate that,” he snapped.

From "Huntress" by Malinda Lo