When to Use Insolence?

When to Use Insolence?

The definition of insolence is disrespectful or rude behavior. An example of insolence is when you talk out-of-turn when the teacher is talking. Arrogant conduct; insulting, bold behaviour or attitude. (obsolete) To insult.

How do you use insolence in a sentence?

Insolence sentence example
  1. Their crude productions, for the most part, were conspicuous rather for insolence and abusiveness than for logic or learning. ...
  2. He achieved little success, but made himself detested by his insolence and profligacy, and was in turn replaced by Chares. ...
  3. Soon enough, she'd pay for her insolence .

What does insolence mean in a sentence?

/ˈɪn.səl.əns/ rude behavior that does not show respect: She tried just to ignore their insolence. There was no excuse for such insolence.

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