Disrespectfulness: meaning, definitions and examples
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disrespectfulness
[ ˌdɪsrɪˈspɛktfʊlnəs ]
in relationships
The quality of being disrespectful; a lack of respect or reverence towards someone or something.
Synonyms
discourtesy, impoliteness, rudeness
Examples of usage
- He showed disrespectfulness towards his colleagues by constantly interrupting them during meetings.
- Her disrespectfulness towards her parents led to frequent arguments in the household.
in behavior
The act of showing a lack of consideration or regard for others, often resulting in offensive or rude behavior.
Synonyms
contempt, disregard, insolence
Examples of usage
- His disrespectfulness in public settings alienated many of his peers.
- The disrespectfulness of his actions towards customers caused a decline in business.
Translations
Translations of the word "disrespectfulness" in other languages:
🇵🇹 desrespeito
🇮🇳 असम्मान
🇩🇪 Respektlosigkeit
🇮🇩 ketidakhormatan
🇺🇦 неповажність
🇵🇱 brak szacunku
🇯🇵 無礼
🇫🇷 irrespect
🇪🇸 irrespeto
🇹🇷 saygısızlık
🇰🇷 무례함
🇸🇦 عدم احترام
🇨🇿 neúcta
🇸🇰 neúcta
🇨🇳 不尊重
🇸🇮 nespoštljivost
🇮🇸 virðingarleysi
🇰🇿 құрметсіздік
🇬🇪 არარესპექტირება
🇦🇿 hörmətsizlik
🇲🇽 irrespeto
Word origin
The word 'disrespectfulness' is a combination of 'disrespect' and the suffix '-fulness,' which is used to form abstract nouns indicating a state or quality. 'Disrespect' comes from the Latin 'dis-' (lack of) and 'respectus' (respect), ultimately meaning 'lack of respect.' The concept of disrespectfulness has been a topic of discussion in various social contexts, highlighting the importance of mutual respect and consideration in interactions.
See also: disrespect, disrespectful, disrespectfully, disrespects, respect, respectability, respectable, respected, respectful, respectfully, respectfulness, respecting, respective, respectively.