Disrespect vs Hold God in very low esteem

When to use each in English, with meaning, register, and examples.

Disrespect

Top 3,000 (common)

Hold God in very low esteem

Formal Beyond 10,000 (less common)

Most formal: Hold God in very low esteem Most common: Disrespect

	Disrespect	Hold God in very low esteem
Pronunciation	🇬🇧 //dɪsˈrɛspɛkt// 🇺🇸 //dɪsˈrɛspɛkt//	🇬🇧 //həʊld ɡɒd ɪn ˈvɛri ləʊ ɪˈstiːm// 🇺🇸 //hoʊld ɡɑd ɪn ˈvɛri loʊ ɪˈstim//
Meaning	Not showing respect to someone or something.	To not respect or value God much.
Example	His comments were viewed as disrespect toward the team.	Many people today seem to hold God in very low esteem.
Register	Neutral	Formal
How common	Top 3,000 (common)	Beyond 10,000 (less common)
Collocations	show disrespect, have disrespect, disrespect authority, disrespect others, accept disrespect	hold beliefs, hold values, hold in esteem
Antonyms	respect, honor, admiration, regard	-
Common mistakes	Using 'disrespect' as a verb incorrectly, should say 'disrespecting'., Confusing 'disrespect' with 'dishonor'., Using 'disrespect' without an object, like 'He showed disrespect.'	Confused about the correct preposition to use with 'hold'., Incorrectly using informal language instead of formal., Misunderstanding the meaning of 'esteem' as only positive.
Usage notes	Use 'disrespect' in situations where someone is being rude or inconsiderate. It's appropriate in both formal and informal contexts, but avoid it in overly casual settings.	This phrase is rarely used in everyday conversation, mainly in religious or philosophical contexts. It is formal and may not be suitable for casual discussions.

See it in real clips

I meant no disrespect to you or your daughter.

A Knight Of The Seven Kingdoms › S1 E1

I-- I meant no disrespect, ser, honest.

Mr. Wolf, listen. I don't mean disrespect, okay ? I respect you.

I meant no disrespect to you or your daughter.

A Knight Of The Seven Kingdoms › S1 E1

I-- I meant no disrespect, ser, honest.

Disrespect

House Of Cards › S1 E1

Then you must hold God in very low esteem,

Hold God in very low esteem

Frequently asked questions: Disrespect vs Hold God in very low esteem

What's the difference between Disrespect and Hold God in very low esteem?

Disrespect: Not showing respect to someone or something. Hold God in very low esteem: To not respect or value God much.

Which is more formal: Disrespect and Hold God in very low esteem?

Hold God in very low esteem is the most formal of these.

Which is more common: Disrespect and Hold God in very low esteem?

Disrespect is the most common in everyday English.

Can you show an example of each?

Disrespect: His comments were viewed as disrespect toward the team. Hold God in very low esteem: Many people today seem to hold God in very low esteem.

Can I use Disrespect and Hold God in very low esteem interchangeably?

Not always. Disrespect and Hold God in very low esteem are related and overlap in some contexts, but they differ in register, how common they are, and usage, so swapping one for another can change the meaning or tone. Check the differences above before substituting.