Disrespectability

/dɪsˌrɛspɛktəˈbɪləti/ noun

Definition

The quality or state of being unworthy of respect or not respectable.

Etymology

From disrespectable + -ity (suffix forming nouns of quality/state). Built on dis- + respectability, creating a noun that describes the absence of respectability.

Kelly Says

This word is a linguistic mirror—just as 'respectability' means being worthy of respect, 'disrespectability' means the opposite. It's often used sarcastically about behavior that's shamefully far from respectable.

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