insolent

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insolent

(adjective)

Meaning

showing a rude lack of respect

Example

"The insolent student talked back to the teacher during class."

Synonyms

impudentdisrespectful

Antonyms

respectfulhumble

More about this word

Word origin
From Latin 'insolens', meaning unaccustomed or rude.
Related word forms
  • noun: insolence

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