Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

disrespect

[dis-ri-spekt] / ˌdɪs rɪˈspɛkt /


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

If we treat the women in our lives with disrespect and deceit, we aren’t exactly the picture of a feminist ally.

From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026

No disrespect to the younger Baron, but there is no particular reason to think he will beat the indexes over time.

From MarketWatch • May 27, 2026

A riled-up Daniel Dubois responded to world champion Fabio Wardley's "bin-man" jibe by vowing to make him pay for showing "disrespect".

From BBC • May 7, 2026

To them, this is another instance of Megan overcoming the disrespect of someone who doesn’t deserve her.

From Salon • Apr. 30, 2026

Bobby was like a caged panther, pacing up and down, continually complaining about everything, from the food, to the temperature, to the disrespect his captors showed him, and screaming at the guards.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady




Vocabulary lists containing disrespect


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "disrespect" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com