"disrespect" | Definition and Related Words

Noun

An expression of lack of respect (synset 106727915)
is a type of: content, message, subject matter, substance - what a communication that is about something is about
subtypes:
- abuse, contumely, insult, revilement, vilification - a rude expression intended to offend or hurt
- derision - contemptuous laughter
- ridicule - language or behavior intended to mock or humiliate
- contempt, scorn - open disrespect for a person or thing
- depreciation, derogation, disparagement - a communication that belittles somebody or something
- cheek, impertinence, impudence - an impudent statement
- blasphemy - blasphemous language (expressing disrespect for God or for something sacred)
same as: discourtesy
A disrespectful mental attitude (synset 106217172)
is a type of: attitude, mental attitude - a complex mental state involving beliefs and feelings and values and dispositions to act in certain ways
A manner that is generally disrespectful and contemptuous (synset 104922864)
is a type of: discourtesy, rudeness - a manner that is rude and insulting

same as: contempt

Verb

Show a lack of respect for (synset 202463257)
is a type of: relate - have or establish a relationship to

subtypes: breach, break, go against, infract, offend, transgress, violate - act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises
Have little or no respect for;
Hold in contempt (synset 200696407)
is a type of: consider, reckon, regard, see, view - deem to be

subtypes: undervalue - esteem lightly

same as: disesteem