(adj) exhibiting lack of respect; rude and discourteous, Ant. respectful, Example:remarks disrespectful of the law; disrespectful in the presence of his parents; disrespectful toward his teacher
a. Wanting in respect; manifesting disesteem or lack of respect; uncivil; as, disrespectful behavior. -- Dis`re*spect"ful*ly, adv. -- Dis`re*spect"ful*ness, n. [ 1913 Webster ]