Insolence Definition

noun
The definition of insolence is disrespectful or rude behavior.
An example of insolence is when you talk out-of-turn when the teacher is talking.
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Insolent conduct or treatment; insult.

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Synonyms:
freshnesscheekinessimpudenceimpertinencegallcrustbacktalksasspresumptionnerveinsultincivilityhauteurhaughtinesseffrontery
Antonyms:
humilityrespectpolitenessmodesty
verb

(obsolete) To insult.

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Other Word Forms of Insolence

Noun

Singular:
insolence
Plural:
insolences

Origin of Insolence

  • From Middle French insolence, from Latin insolentia

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Insolence Sentence Examples

  • Their crude productions, for the most part, were conspicuous rather for insolence and abusiveness than for logic or learning.

  • He achieved little success, but made himself detested by his insolence and profligacy, and was in turn replaced by Chares.

  • Soon enough, she'd pay for her insolence.

  • He emigrated about 1790, and raised a legion which was to bear his name; but his insolence alienated the German princes, and his command was taken from him.

  • One is lucky when the insolence of a wretch like this only shews itself in the guise of jesting.

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