DISRESPECT


Meaning of DISRESPECT in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ dɪsrɪspekt ]

1.

If someone shows disrespect , they speak or behave in a way that shows lack of respect for a person, law, or custom.

...young people with complete disrespect for authority.

≠ respect

N-UNCOUNT : also a N , oft N for n

2.

You can say ‘ no disrespect to someone or something’ when you are just about to criticize them, in order to indicate that you are not hostile towards them or admire them for other things.

No disrespect to John Beck, but the club has been happier since he left.

PHRASE : usu PHR to n

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