What is the comparative form of “irrespectful”?
The comparative form of “irrespectful” is “more disrespectful”.Example
Talking back to your parents is more disrespectful than listening to them.
Example
Interrupting someone while they're speaking is more disrespectful than waiting for your turn.
What is the superlative form of “irrespectful”?
The superlative form of “irrespectful” is “most disrespectful”.Example
Yelling at your teacher is the most disrespectful thing you can do.
Example
Ignoring someone completely is the most disrespectful way to treat them.
Why is this expression not used with most, more?
"Most" and "more" are used with "disrespectful" to form the comparatives and superlatives. The forms "more disrespectful" and "most disrespectful" are commonly used to indicate a higher degree of lack of respect.
Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?
"Disrespectful" follows the regular pattern of using "more" and "most" for forming comparatives and superlatives.
Expressions with similar meanings to “more disrespectful”
ruder
Used to describe someone who is more impolite or discourteous.
Example
He was ruder to me than he had ever been before.
Used to indicate that someone is less polite or respectful.
Example
Her behavior was more discourteous than I had expected.
Expressions with similar meanings to “most disrespectful”
Used to describe someone who is the least polite or courteous.
Example
He was the rudest person I've ever met.
Used to indicate that someone is the least polite or respectful.
Example
Her actions were the most discourteous I've ever witnessed.
Using than with comparative “more disrespectful”
When using the comparative form "more disrespectful" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "Talking back to your parents is more disrespectful than listening to them." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of disrespect in "talking back to parents" is higher than the level of disrespect in "listening to them."
How can I use this expression in context?
“more disrespectful” and “most disrespectful” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.- 1Behavior
His actions were more disrespectful than I had anticipated.
His actions were more disrespectful than I had anticipated.
- 2Language
Using offensive language is the most disrespectful way to communicate.
Using offensive language is the most disrespectful way to communicate.
- 3Attitude
Her attitude towards authority figures is more disrespectful than her peers.
Her attitude towards authority figures is more disrespectful than her peers.
- 4Treatment
Ignoring someone's feelings is the most disrespectful way to treat them.
Ignoring someone's feelings is the most disrespectful way to treat them.
Related idioms and phrases
Cross the line
To behave in a way that is considered unacceptable or disrespectful.
Example
His comments crossed the line and offended many people.
Step on someone's toes
To offend or disrespect someone by interfering in their affairs or disregarding their boundaries.
Example
I didn't mean to step on your toes, I was just trying to help.
