Definition of disrespect
transitive verb
1 : to lack special regard or respect for : to have disrespect (see 2disrespect) for disrespects authority
2 : to show or express disrespect or contempt for : insult, dis disrespected the officer
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Examples of disrespect in a Sentence
a comedian who shuns jokes that disrespect people because of their race or ethnicity
the player once again disrespected fans by refusing to sign autographs
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disrespect
Definition of disrespect
: low regard or esteem for someone or something : lack of respect treating a teacher with disrespect meant no disrespect to you
disrespectfulness
nounExamples of disrespect in a Sentence
The student treated the teacher with disrespect.
I'm sorry. I meant no disrespect.
He showed a shocking disrespect for authority.
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DISRESPECT Defined for English Language Learners
disrespect
playDefinition of disrespect for English Language Learners
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: to say or do something that shows a lack of respect for (someone or something)
disrespect
Definition of disrespect for English Language Learners
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: speech or behavior which shows that you do not think someone or something is valuable, important, etc. : lack of respect
DISRESPECT Defined for Kids
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playDefinition of disrespect for Students
: lack of respect : discourtesy She never treated her family with disrespect.
disrespectful
adjectivedisrespectfully
\-fə-lē\ adverbLearn More about disrespect
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