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insolent

adjectiveformal/ĩ.su.ˈlẽ.tɨ/medium

in·so·len·te

Definition

Showing a rude and arrogant lack of respect.
She was fired for her insolent behavior towards the manager.
He gave an insolent shrug in response to the question.
Common collocations
insolent behaviorinsolent remarkinsolent toneinsolent child

Etymology

Do latim 'insolens, -entis'.

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