insolent (Meaning)
insolent (s)
marked by casual disrespect
unrestrained by convention or propriety
insolent (a.)
Deviating from that which is customary; novel; strange; unusual.
Haughty and contemptuous or brutal in behavior or language; overbearing; domineering; grossly rude or disrespectful; saucy; as, an insolent master; an insolent servant.
Proceeding from or characterized by insolence; insulting; as, insolent words or behavior.
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insolent Sentence Examples
- The student's insolent behavior towards the teacher resulted in a reprimand.
- He couldn't tolerate the insolent tone in his colleague's email.
- The customer's insolent remarks to the cashier caused a scene in the store.
- Despite being warned, the child continued to be insolent towards his parents.
- She was taken aback by his insolent attitude during their conversation.
- The politician's insolent remarks towards his opponent sparked controversy.
- His insolent behavior towards the referee earned him a yellow card in the match.
- The employee's insolent comments in the meeting were inappropriate and disrespectful.
- The king could not tolerate the insolent behavior of his subjects any longer.
- Her insolent laughter echoed through the room, causing discomfort among the others.
FAQs About the word insolent
marked by casual disrespect, unrestrained by convention or proprietyDeviating from that which is customary; novel; strange; unusual., Haughty and contemptuous o
blunt, audacious, cheeky, brazen, brassy, wise, sassy, impertinent, cocksure, brash
polite, meek, humble, courteous, polite, shy, proper, timid,timid, modest
The student's insolent behavior towards the teacher resulted in a reprimand.
He couldn't tolerate the insolent tone in his colleague's email.
The customer's insolent remarks to the cashier caused a scene in the store.
Despite being warned, the child continued to be insolent towards his parents.
