DISRESPECTFUL - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Part of speech: Adjective

exhibiting lack of respect; rude and discourteous

Example: remarks disrespectful of the law; disrespectful in the presence of his parents; disrespectful toward his teacher

dis – A related word in the same word family.

respectful – A related word in the same word family.

English's willingness to borrow from any language makes it one of the largest vocabularies in the world.