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disrespect vs insult

insult vs disrespect

disrespect and insult both are nouns.

disrespect and insult both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
disrespect Yes No Yes No
insult Yes No Yes No
As nouns, insult is a hyponym of disrespect; that is, insult is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than disrespect:
  • disrespect: an expression of lack of respect
  • insult: a rude expression intended to offend or hurt
disrespect (noun) insult (noun)
a manner that is generally disrespectful and contemptuous a deliberately offensive act or something producing the effect of deliberate disrespect
a disrespectful mental attitude a rude expression intended to offend or hurt
an expression of lack of respect
disrespect (verb) insult (verb)
have little or no respect for; hold in contempt treat, mention, or speak to rudely
show a lack of respect for
Difference between disrespect and insult

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