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Insolent

Part of Speech

Adjective

Pronunciation

/ˈɪn.sə.lənt/

Definitions

  • Showing a rude and arrogant lack of respect.
  • Disrespectfully bold or impudent in behavior or speech.

Usage Examples

  • "His insolent attitude towards his teacher angered everyone."
  • "She gave an insolent reply to the police officer."

Etymology

From Latin "insolens," meaning "arrogant, disrespectful," from "in-" (not) + "solens," the present participle of "solere" (to be accustomed to). The word has been used in English since the 14th century to describe someone who shows a lack of respect for others.

Synonyms

  • Impertinent
  • Disrespectful
  • Rude
  • Impudent
  • Arrogant

Antonyms

  • Polite
  • Respectful
  • Courteous
  • Deferential

Translations

Language Translation Pronunciation
Spanishinsolente/insolénte/
Frenchinsolent/ɛ̃.sɔ.lɑ̃/
Germanfrech/fʁɛç/
Italianinsolente/in.soˈlɛnte/
Portugueseinsolente/ĩ.soˈlẽ.tʃiɐ/
Chinese (Mandarin)傲慢 (àomàn)/àʊ˥˩mæn˥˩/
Arabicوقح (waqaḥ)/wæˈqɑːħ/
Russianнаглый (naglyy)/ˈnaɡlɨj/
Hindiअहंकारी (ahaṁkārī)/ɦəˈʈʰɑːkɑːɾiː/
Bengaliঅহংকারী (ahaṁkārī)/ɔɦɔŋˈkaːɾiː/
Punjabiਅਹੰਕਾਰੀ (ahaṅkārī)/əˈɦəŋˈkaːɾiː/
Marathiअहंकारी (ahaṁkārī)/əˈɦəŋˈkaːɾiː/
Gujaratiઅહંકાર (ahaṁkār)/əˈɦəŋˈkɑːɾ/
Tamilஅஹங்காரி (ahaṅkāri)/aˈɦʌŋkaːɾi/
Teluguఆహంకారము (āhaṅkāramu)/ɑːˈɦʌŋˈkɑːɾəmʊ/
Malayalamഅഹം (ahaṁ)/ɐˈʔʌm/
Kannadaಅಹಂಕಾರ (ahaṁkāra)/ɐˈʦʰɐŋˈkɑːɾ/
Urduبدتمیزی (bad tamīzī)/bəd təˈmiːzi/

Regional Pronunciation Variations

Pronunciation may vary slightly based on regional accents. In American English, the "t" in "insolent" may be pronounced more sharply than in British English, where it might be softer. In other languages, such as Spanish and French, the pronunciation may also slightly change based on local accent differences.

Historical Usage

Insolent has been in the English language since the 14th century, originally meaning "arrogant" or "proud." The word was historically used to describe the behavior of those who displayed defiance against social order or authority. Over time, the word became more associated with rudeness and impudence.

Cultural Nuances

Insolence can have different cultural interpretations. In some cultures, especially those with strict hierarchical structures, insolence may be seen as a grave offense. However, in more modern, egalitarian societies, insolence may sometimes be tolerated as a form of expressing independence or resistance.

More Information

The term "insolent" can be used in both formal and informal settings. In legal contexts, insolence towards authorities may lead to penalties. In social or workplace situations, being described as insolent typically implies poor manners, disrespect for others, and possible consequences such as social ostracization or disciplinary actions.

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