disrespectful
[dis-ri-spekt-fuh l]
- characterized by, having, or showing disrespect; lacking courtesy or esteem: a disrespectful remark about teachers.
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Origin of disrespectful
Synonyms
See more synonyms for disrespectful on Thesaurus.comimpolite, rude, impertinent, irreverent.
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Examples from the Web for disrespectful
Contemporary Examples
Malaysian politician says that including dogs in opening ceremony was 'disrespectful to Malaysia and Muslims'
Predictably, the Chinese government lashed out and called the idea “disrespectful” and “provocative.”
One disrespectful chuckle and—well, people have disappeared for less.
Why, if Mandela is so beloved—the father of our nation—did so many people seem so disrespectful to his memory?
I do not mean to be disrespectful, but Lewis was as disrespectful as could be when he was young and full of moxie.
Historical Examples
He had thought of it, but felt it might be disrespectful to Jan.
Jan and Her JobL. Allen Harker
I don't want to be disrespectful to your Majesty's Highness.
Two or three disrespectful snickers followed this declaration.
A Waif of the MountainsEdward S. Ellis
"I don't understand why you allow Ben to be so disrespectful," she said.
In Apple-Blossom TimeClara Louise Burnham
If it were not disrespectful, I should think you were making a fool of me.
The Coming Conquest of EnglandAugust Niemann
Word Origin and History for disrespectful
adj.
1670s; see dis- + respectful. Related: Disrespectfully.
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Online Etymology Dictionary, © 2010 Douglas Harper