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disrespectful

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dis⋅re⋅spect⋅ful

  [dis-ri-spekt-fuhl]
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–adjective
characterized by, having, or showing disrespect; lacking courtesy or esteem: a disrespectful remark about teachers.
Origin:
1670–80; dis- 1 + respectful

Related forms:
dis⋅re⋅spect⋅ful⋅ly, adverb
dis⋅re⋅spect⋅ful⋅ness, noun

Synonyms:
impolite, rude, impertinent, irreverent.
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dis·re·spect·ful   (dĭs'rĭ-spěkt'fəl)   
adj.  Having or exhibiting a lack of respect; rude and discourteous.
dis're·spect'ful·ly adv., dis're·spect'ful·ness n.
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
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