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derision vs disrespect

disrespect vs derision

derision and disrespect both are nouns.

derision is not a verb while disrespect is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
derision Yes No No No
disrespect Yes No Yes No
As nouns, disrespect is a hypernym of derision; that is, disrespect is a word with a broader meaning than derision:
  • derision: contemptuous laughter
  • disrespect: an expression of lack of respect
Other hypernyms of derision include discourtesy.
derision (noun) disrespect (noun)
the act of deriding or treating with contempt a manner that is generally disrespectful and contemptuous
contemptuous laughter a disrespectful mental attitude
an expression of lack of respect
derision (verb) disrespect (verb)
have little or no respect for; hold in contempt
show a lack of respect for
Difference between derision and disrespect

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