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With all due respect, I disagree.
/wɪð ɔl duː rɪˈspɛkt, aɪ ˌdɪsəˈɡriː/You say this before disagreeing to sound polite, though it can suggest that you think the other person is wrong.
The respectful opening can soften a disagreement, but it often carries an edge of criticism and may sound sarcastic or condescending, especially before a blunt correction.
EXAMPLES
- During the review, Leo said, “With all due respect, I disagree.”
- When her colleague praised the draft, Ana replied, “With all due respect, I disagree.”
- After the manager called the plan risk-free, Maya answered, “With all due respect, I disagree.”
SYNONYMS
Respectfully, I disagree.With respect, I disagree.I mean no disrespect, but I disagree.
ANTONYMS
I agree with you.You’re absolutely right.
GRAMMAR
Fixed formula used before a disagreement · formal and polite-sounding, but can sound sarcastic or condescending
