insolent — Showing a rude and disrespectful attitude; boldly disobedient or contemptuous toward authority.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Showing a rude and disrespectful attitude; boldly disobedient or contemptuous toward authority.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɪnsələnt/
Korean meaning: 무례한, 건방진
Korean pronunciation: 인-솔-런트 (강세: 솔)
Example Sentences
- The insolent teenager told his mom to 'chill out' when she asked about homework.
- His insolent smirk during the meeting made everyone uncomfortable.
- The insolent cat knocked over my coffee mug and walked away without looking back.
insolent
ADJECTIVE//ˈɪnsələnt//
Showing a rude and disrespectful attitude; boldly disobedient or contemptuous toward authority.
Showing a rude and disrespectful attitude; boldly disobedient or contemptuous toward authority.
The insolent rich man sits opulent in his golden chair!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin insolens, meaning 'contrary to custom' or 'arrogant.' The word literally described someone who acted against established social norms and proper behavior.
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📝Examples
“The insolent teenager told his mom to 'chill out' when she asked about homework.”
“His insolent smirk during the meeting made everyone uncomfortable.”
“The insolent cat knocked over my coffee mug and walked away without looking back.”
“She was fired for her insolent reply to the manager's criticism.”
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