undutiful

adjective

Definition of undutifulnext
as in disrespectful

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for undutiful
  1. abusive
  2. insulting
  3. offensive
Adjective
  • After leaving an abusive relationship, Simmons and her two sons became homeless.
    — Kamal Morgan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Mar. 2025
  • The allegations came after the #MeToo movement rocked Hollywood and many people spoke up after abusive workplace conditions were re-evaluated and condemned.
    — Jordan Moreau, Variety, 28 Mar. 2025
Definition of abusive
Adjective
  • Formula One's governing body, the FIA, has categorized certain actions and behaviors as 'misconduct,' which include insulting or inappropriate language and gestures.
    — Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 20 Mar. 2025
  • Meghan’s infamous mock curtsy, which was seen as insulting… was [a] low point.
    — Stephanie Nolasco, Fox News, 17 Mar. 2025
Definition of insulting
Adjective
  • Mikan matches Rhode Island in offensive output and his teammates add another 44 for a final score of 97-53. 1953 — Rookie Bob Cousy sets an NBA record with 50 points and leads the Boston Celtics to a 111-105 victory over the Syracuse Nationals in a quadruple overtime playoff game.
    — Austin Knoblauch, Los Angeles Times, 21 Mar. 2025
  • Utah’s Kevin Stenlund then took a high-sticking penalty in Buffalo’s offensive zone.
    — Matthew Fairburn, The Athletic, 21 Mar. 2025
Definition of offensive
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“Undutiful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/undutiful. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.

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