noun

lack of respect or courtesy.

growing disrespect for the rule of law

contempt,lack of respect,scorn,disregard,disdain,opprobrium,derision,mockery,ridicule,discourtesy,rudeness,impoliteness,incivility,unmannerliness,lack of civility,ungraciousness,irreverence,lack of consideration,ill/bad manners,insolence,impudence,impertinence,cheek,flippancy,churlishness,lip,nerve

verb

show a lack of respect for; insult.

a young brave who disrespects his elders