Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
desacato
noun
/deɪsəˈkɑːtoʊ/
Definition
Disrespect or scorn towards an authority or law.
Examples
- O desacato ao juiz resultou em consequências legais severas.
- Eles foram acusados de desacato à autoridade durante a manifestação.
Meaning
Desacato refers to the act of showing contempt or derision towards someone or something that is typically regarded with respect, especially in the context of authority figures or legal institutions.
Synonyms
- desrespeito
- desdém
- insubordinação