Behavioral Issues

3 words in this vocabulary list

adjective showing a lack of respect or courtesy; very rude

  • The impudent student was reprimanded for speaking out of turn in class.
  • She gave me an impudent look when I asked her to do her chores.
  • Don't be so impudent with me, I'm not in the mood for your attitude.
  • His impudent behavior towards authority figures will only get him in trouble in the long run.

noun a sudden, violent, and uncontrolled outburst of anger or frustration; a fit of bad temper

  • The child threw a tantrum when he was told he couldn't have any more candy.
  • She always throws a tantrum when things don't go her way.
  • He had a major tantrum over losing the game.
  • The storm outside matched the tantrum brewing inside of her.

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun, in this case, 'unteachable' describes someone or something that cannot be taught

  • Some students may be labeled as unteachable due to their lack of progress in traditional learning environments.
  • That kid is unteachable, he never pays attention in class.
  • She's so unteachable, it's like talking to a brick wall.
  • The concept of time travel may seem unteachable at first, but with the right explanation, it can be understood.