The term DISRESPECTFUL, IN A WAY can be summarized by three 8-letter, 5-letter, and 4-letter words respectively: SNEERING, SASSY, and RUDE. SNEERING is a facial expression that conveys contempt or scorn, often through a curled lip or raised eyebrow. SASSY is an adjective used to describe someone who is bold, impudent, and cheeky. RUDE is an adjective used to describe someone who is discourteous, impolite, and disrespectful. All three words are used to describe someone who is being disrespectful in a way.