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Disrespects: meaning, definitions and examples

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disrespects

 

[ ˌdɪsrɪˈspɛkts ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

in relationships

To show a lack of respect or regard for someone or something; to treat with disrespect.

Synonyms

belittle, disregard, insult, offend

Examples of usage

  • He constantly disrespects his partner by talking down to her in public.
  • She felt disrespected when her ideas were ignored in the meeting.
  • Don't tolerate anyone who disrespects you or your boundaries.
  • His disrespectful behavior towards his colleagues led to conflicts in the workplace.
  • If you feel disrespected, it's important to communicate your feelings assertively.

Translations

Translations of the word "disrespects" in other languages:

🇵🇹 desrespeita

🇮🇳 अनादर करता है

🇩🇪 missachtet

🇮🇩 tidak menghormati

🇺🇦 не поважає

🇵🇱 lekceważy

🇯🇵 無礼にする (ぶれいにする)

🇫🇷 manque de respect

🇪🇸 falta el respeto

🇹🇷 saygısızlık eder

🇰🇷 무례하게 대하다

🇸🇦 يحتقر

🇨🇿 nerespektuje

🇸🇰 nerešpektuje

🇨🇳 不尊重 (bù zūnzhòng)

🇸🇮 ne spoštuje

🇮🇸 virðir ekki

🇰🇿 құрметтемейді

🇬🇪 არ სცემს პატივს

🇦🇿 hörmət etmir

🇲🇽 falta el respeto

Etymology

The word 'disrespects' originated from the combination of the prefix 'dis-' meaning 'lack of' or 'not' and the word 'respects' meaning 'a feeling of deep admiration for someone or something elicited by their abilities, qualities, or achievements'. The term gained popularity in modern English to describe behavior that shows a lack of respect or regard for others.

See also: disrespect, disrespectful, disrespectfully, disrespectfulness, respect, respectability, respectable, respected, respectful, respectfully, respectfulness, respecting, respective, respectively.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,431, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.