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disrespectful behavior

[dɪsrɪˈspɛktfəl bɪˈheɪvjər]
noun phrasepl: disrespectful behaviors
comportamento desrespeitoso
1. conduct or actions that show a lack of respect, courtesy, or consideration toward another person or entity
His disrespectful behavior toward his parents was unacceptable.
Seu comportamento desrespeitoso com seus pais era inaceitável.
2. rude, impolite, or insulting actions that violate social norms or expectations
The student's disrespectful behavior in class resulted in detention.
O comportamento desrespeitoso do aluno em sala de aula resultou em detenção.
NYC Slang
acting fresh / being disrespectful
Synonyms
rudenessimpertinenceinsolencediscourtesydisregardimpoliteness
Antonyms
respectful behaviorcourtesypolitenessdeferenceregard

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
comportamento desrespeitoso
standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
falta de respeito
colloquial alternative
São Paulo
comportamento desrespeitoso
formal standard usage
Portugal
comportamento desrespeitador
European Portuguese variant

Related Idioms & Phrases

crossing the line
stepping out of line
talking back
lack of respect
out of order
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