Synonyms

disrespectful

American

[dis-ri-spekt-fuhl] / ˌdɪs rɪˈspɛkt fəl /

adjective

characterized by, having, or showing disrespect; lacking courtesy or esteem.

a disrespectful remark about teachers.

Synonyms:

irreverent, impertinent, rude, impolite

Other Word Forms

disrespectfully adverb
disrespectfulness noun

Etymology

Origin of disrespectful

First recorded in 1670–80; dis- ¹ + respectful

Example Sentences

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Showboating can, though, be divisive, deemed disrespectful in the wrong circumstances - what those performing tricks see as a legitimate way to beat an opponent can sometimes lead to heavy treatment.

From BBC

But some players feel interactions have become increasingly rude and disrespectful in recent seasons.

From BBC

Danny Russel, a former senior U.S. diplomat and vice president at the Asia Society Policy Institute, said Beijing viewed “the sudden, last-minute postponement as disrespectful.”

From The Wall Street Journal

She was so sharp and disrespectful when she yipped at him in tailless talk.

From Literature

He did not consider it disrespectful in any way.

From Los Angeles Times

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