Disrespectable

/dɪsˈrɛspɛktəbəl/ adjective

Definition

Not worthy of respect; not respectable or honorable.

Etymology

From dis- + respectable (from respect + -able). The prefix dis- negates the meaning, creating an adjective for things lacking respectability.

Kelly Says

Medieval knights had codes of honor and 'respectability'—breaking those codes made behavior 'disrespectable.' The word captures that idea of falling below a standard of decency.

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