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Disrespect vs Indignity - What's the difference?

disrespect | indignity | Related terms |

As nouns the difference between disrespect and indignity

is that disrespect is a lack of respect, esteem or courteous behaviour while indignity is degradation, debasement or humiliation.

As a verb disrespect

is to show a lack of respect to someone or something.

disrespect

English

Noun

(en-noun)
  • A lack of respect, esteem or courteous behaviour.

    • Synonyms

    * *

    Antonyms

    * respect

    Verb

    (en verb)
  • To show a lack of respect to someone or something.

    • Synonyms

    * dis, insult, misbid, misrespect

    Antonyms

    * respect

    indignity

    English

    Noun

    (indignities)
  • degradation, debasement or humiliation
  • an affront to one's dignity or pride