disrespectful

The definition of disrespectful is someone or something that shows a lack of deference, courtesy or respect.

(adjective)

A child who talks back to his parents is an example of someone who would be described as disrespectful.

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See disrespectful in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

having or showing lack of respect; discourteous; impolite; rude

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See disrespectful in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective
Having or exhibiting a lack of respect; rude and discourteous.

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  • disˌre·spectˈful·ly adverb
  • disˌre·spectˈful·ness noun

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