Use reasoning to lead to the answer of the following question:
John wanted respect, but Lud didn't even act like he was alive. What was Lud doing?\nOptions:\n- befriending\n- disparagement\n- ignoring\n- dishonor\n- contumely

ignoring
Lud didnt act like he was alive shows that Lud ignored him.

The one who wants respect cant tolerate when he is ignored by someone.

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So, the final answer is ignoring