disrespect
/dɪsɹɪˈspɛkt/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: disrespects · disrespecting · disrespected
Sense 1
Meaning · English
A lack of respect, esteem or courteous behavior.
Noun
Examples
[S]he uſed many arguments both to excuſe her ſelf and divert their intentions, yet adding ſtill more fierceneſs to their former behaviour, as they would not ſeem at all to be ſatisfied either with her language or her tears (notwithſtanding they proceeded more from her apprehenſion of their diſreſpec
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To show a lack of respect to someone or something.
Verb
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “disrespect” mean?
A lack of respect, esteem or courteous behavior.
Is “disrespect” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.