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insolent
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insolent
(adjective)
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insolent
/
ˈ
ɪnsələnt/
adjective
insolent
/
ˈ
ɪnsələnt/
adjective
Learner's definition of INSOLENT
[
more insolent; most insolent
]
somewhat formal
:
rude or impolite
:
having or showing a lack of respect for other people
an
insolent
[=
impudent, disrespectful
] child
Insolent
behavior will not be tolerated.
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— insolence
/
ˈ
ɪnsələns/
noun
[
noncount
]
The boy was punished for his
insolence
.
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— insolently
adverb
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