Word familynouninsolenceadjectiveinsolentadverbinsolently
in·so·lent /ˈɪnsələnt/adjectiveadj
RUDE/IMPOLITErude and not showing any respect 粗鲁无礼的,傲慢的 → cheeky
an insolent tone of voice
傲慢的语气
You insolent child!
你这个没礼貌的孩子!
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—insolentlyadverbadv
—insolence noun [uncountableU]
Examples from the Corpus
insolent• Although she didn't actually say anything offensive, her expression was sulky, insolent, and hostile.• The band is known for their insolent attitude.• Joe was disciplined for being insolent toward the teacher.
Origininsolent
(1300-1400)Latininsolens“unusual, proud”, from solere“to be used to something”