Definition: disrespect

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Source: WordNet (r) 1.7 

disrespect
     n 1: an expression of lack of respect [syn: discourtesy]
     2: a disrespectful mental attitude [ant: respect]
     3: a manner that is generally disrespectful and contemptuous
        [syn: contempt]
     v 1: show a lack of respect for [ant: respect]
     2: have little or no respect for; hold in contempt [syn: disesteem]
        [ant: respect, respect]

Source: Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) 

Disrespect \Dis`re*spect"\, n.
   Want of respect or reverence; disesteem; incivility;
   discourtesy.

         Impatience of bearing the least affront or disrespect.
                                                  --Pope.
Disrespect \Dis`re*spect"\, v. t.
   To show disrespect to.

         We have disrespected and slighted God.   --Comber.