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disrespect vs rudeness

rudeness vs disrespect

disrespect and rudeness both are nouns.

disrespect is a verb but rudeness is not a verb.

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

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