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disrespected; disrespecting; disrespects
Definition of disrespect
(Entry 1 of 2)
1 : to lack special regard or respect for : to have disrespect (see disrespect entry 2) for
disrespects authority
disrespect
nounDefinition of disrespect (Entry 2 of 2)
: low regard or esteem for someone or something : lack of respect
treating a teacher with disrespect meant no disrespect to you
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The first known use of disrespect was in 1614
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