disrespectful
[ dis-ri-spekt-fuhl ]
adjective
characterized by, having, or showing disrespect; lacking courtesy or esteem: a disrespectful remark about teachers.
Origin of disrespectful
1First recorded in 1670–80; dis-1 + respectful
Other words for disrespectful
Other words from disrespectful
- dis·re·spect·ful·ly, adverb
- dis·re·spect·ful·ness, noun
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