Disrespectful

/ˌdɪs.rɪˈspɛk.tɪ.fəl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Showing a lack of respect or courtesy.

His disrespectful comments during the meeting offended many of his colleagues.

Behaving in a rude or insulting manner.

It is disrespectful to interrupt someone while they are speaking.

Displaying a cavalier attitude toward authority or social norms.

The student's disrespectful attitude towards the teacher resulted in detention.

From the prefix 'dis-' meaning 'not' + 'respectful'.

showing disrespect

Displaying a lack of respect.

disrespect your elders

To treat older individuals with rudeness or indifference.

disrespect

Lack of respect or esteem.

respectful

Showing or feeling respect.

Dis

You really dis that guy by ignoring him.

Diss

Don't diss me in front of everyone!