I. ˌdis-ri-ˈspekt transitive verb
Date: 1614
1. : to have disrespect for
2. : to show or express disrespect or contempt for : insult , dis
disrespect ed the officer
II. noun
Date: 1621
: lack of respect
• dis·re·spect·ful -fəl adjective
• dis·re·spect·ful·ly -fə-lē adverb
• dis·re·spect·ful·ness noun