Disrespecter

/dɪsrɪˈspɛktər/ noun

Definition

A person who shows disrespect to others; someone who is disrespectful.

Etymology

From disrespect (verb) + -er (agent suffix). Literally means 'one who disrespects,' following the standard pattern of creating agent nouns in English.

Kelly Says

We don't use this word much in modern English—we'd say 'disrespectful person' instead. But it's a perfect example of how English creates job-title-like words for actions (baker, maker, disrespecter).

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