contemptuous
adjectiveShowing that someone or something is regarded as unworthy of respect.
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Clear all filtersdeference
nounRespectful yielding to another person's judgment or wishes.
degrading
adjectiveCausing a loss of dignity, respect, or self-worth.
derogatory
adjectiveExpressing disrespect or a low opinion of someone or something.
disdainful
adjectiveShowing a belief that someone or something is unworthy of respect.
flippant
adjectiveShowing an inappropriately casual or disrespectful attitude toward a serious matter.
One word family: also includes flippancy.
impertinent
adjectiveRudely disrespectful; sometimes, irrelevant to the matter.
Rudely disrespectful
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impudent
adjectiveRudely bold or disrespectful.
insolent
adjectiveBoldly rude or disrespectful.
irreverent
adjectiveShowing a lack of solemn respect for something usually treated seriously.
One word family: also includes irreverence.
profane
adjectiveShowing disrespect for something sacred, or using offensive and irreverent language.
Disrespectful of the sacred
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reverent
adjectiveShowing deep respect or devotion.
sacrilegious
adjectiveShowing disrespect toward something regarded as sacred.
uncivil
adjectiveRude or lacking the courtesy expected in social interaction.
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