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Definition of disrespect

disrespect

/ˌdɪsrɪˈspɛkt/
dis · re · spect
Adverb:disrespectfully
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Adjective:disrespectful
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Past Simple:disrespected
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Past Participle:disrespected
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Present Participle:disrespecting
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• noun

1

A lack of respect, esteem, or courteous regard for a person, rule, or institution.

Example

"Speaking loudly during the presentation showed a clear disrespect for the guest speaker."

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• verb

1

To show a lack of respect for; to treat or regard with rudeness, contempt, or indifference.

Example

"Players who openly disrespect the referee's decisions risk being penalized."

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• Rhymes for disrespect

• Nearby Words

disreputable
disreputably
disrepute
disrespect
disrespectful
disrespectfully
disrespectfulness

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the early 17th century from the prefix 'dis-' (expressing negation or lack) and 'respect', which comes from the Latin 'respectus', meaning 'regard' or literally 'the act of looking back at'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Disrespect. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/disrespect
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