DISRESPECT


Meaning of DISRESPECT in English

1.

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

...young people with complete ~ for authority.

? respect

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

2.

You can say ‘no ~ 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 ~ to John Beck, but the club has been happier since he left.

PHRASE: usu PHR to n

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