disrespect
pronunciation
How to pronounce disrespect in British English:
UK [ˌdɪsrɪˈspekt]
How to pronounce disrespect in American English:
US [ˌdɪsrɪˈspekt]
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- Noun:
- an expression of lack of respect
- a disrespectful mental attitude
- a manner that is generally disrespectful and contemptuous
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- Verb:
- show a lack of respect for
- have little or no respect for; hold in contempt
Word Origin
- disrespect
- 1610s (v.), 1630s (n.), from dis- + respect. Related: Disrespected; disrespecting.
Example
- 1. So why doyou disrespect me like this ?
- 2. I don 't think he intended any disrespect .
- 3. I never meant to disrespect you .
- 4. I think it was taken as disrespect .
- 5. I meant no disrespect sir !