Pronunciation: /ˈɪnsələns/
noun rude and disrespectful behavior
A1 She was shocked by the insolence of the rude customer.
A2 His insolence towards his boss cost him his job.
B1 The student's insolence towards the teacher resulted in detention.
B2 The politician's insolence towards the press caused a public outcry.
C1 The CEO's insolence towards the shareholders led to a corporate scandal.
C2 The general's insolence towards his superiors resulted in his dismissal from the army.
adjective insolent
A1 The child showed insolence towards his teacher by refusing to listen.
A2 She was reprimanded for her insolence towards the authority figures.
B1 His insolence towards his colleagues caused tension in the workplace.
B2 The manager was shocked by the employee's insolence during the meeting.
C1 The diplomat's insolence towards the foreign delegation jeopardized the negotiations.
C2 Her insolence towards the judge resulted in a contempt of court charge.
formal The student was reprimanded for his insolence towards the teacher.
informal His insolence towards authority figures often got him into trouble.
slang Don't be such a jerk, your insolence is not appreciated here.
figurative The storm raged on with the insolence of a rebellious child.
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