disrespectful
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English[edit]
Etymology[edit]
dis- + respectful
Pronunciation[edit]
Adjective[edit]
disrespectful (comparative more disrespectful, superlative most disrespectful)
- Lacking respect.
- irrespective, heedless, regardless
- 1922, E. F. Benson, Miss Mapp, chapter 6, page 157:
- That alone, apart from Mr. Wyse’s old-fashioned notions on the subject, made telephoning impossible, for your summons was usually answered by his cook, who instantly began scolding the butcher irrespective and disrespectful of whom you were.
- 1922, E. F. Benson, Miss Mapp, chapter 6, page 157:
Synonyms[edit]
- See also Thesaurus:cheeky
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Translations[edit]
lacking respect
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