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impudent
boldly disrespectful toward someone who deserves courtesy
Synonyms
Antonyms
- respectful
- deferential
- polite
impudent in a sentence
The impudent reporter mocked the judge during the formal hearing.
The servant's impudent reply shocked the guests at the formal dinner.
Where it comes from
From Latin impudens, meaning 'shameless.'
Memory hook
IMPUDENT sounds like 'improper student': boldly rude to an authority.
Read it in context
- The Velvet Rebellion Arts
- The Cipher at Court History