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act disrespectfully
[/ækt dɪsrɪˈspɛktfəli/]
verb phrase
agir desrespeitosamente
1.
to behave in a manner that shows lack of respect or courtesy toward someone or something
He acted disrespectfully toward his elders during the meeting.
Ele agiu desrespeitosamente com seus idosos durante a reunião.
2.
to conduct oneself in an insulting or impolite way
Students who act disrespectfully in class will face consequences.
Alunos que agem desrespeitosamente em sala de aula enfrentarão consequências.
NYC Slang
be disrespectful; dis someone; show no respect
Synonyms
behave disrespectfully
act rudely
conduct oneself impolitely
show disrespect
be discourteous
Antonyms
act respectfully
behave courteously
show respect
act politely
be courteous
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
agir desrespeitosamente
most common usage
Rio de Janeiro
agir sem respeito
more colloquial variation
São Paulo
agir desrespeitosamente
formal and standard usage
Portugal
comportar-se desrespeitosamente
European Portuguese preference for 'comportar-se'
Related Idioms & Phrases
cross the line
step out of line
overstep one's bounds
be out of order
lack decorum
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