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Insolence
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Simple meaning
What does Insolence mean?
Insolence means rude disrespect.
Dictionary definition
Rude or disrespectful behavior or speech.
Example sentences
Insolence in a sentence
easy
The teacher corrected the student’s insolence calmly.
medium
In the story, insolence made the character seem disrespectful.
hard
The passage contrasts confidence with insolence to show the difference between courage and rudeness.
Synonyms
Words like Insolence
rudenessBehavior that is not polite.
disrespectA lack of respect.
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Practice 1
What does insolence mean?
Insolence means rudeness or disrespect.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to insolence?
Disrespect is closest in meaning to insolence.
Practice 3
Which sentence uses insolence correctly?
This sentence correctly uses insolence as rude behavior.
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