Behaving in a rude and disrespectful way, often with a sense of arrogance or contempt.
നിർമ്മര്യാദമായ,അവിനയമായ,ധിക്കാരഭാഷ
Synonyms:
- Impudent
- Impertinent
- Disrespectful
- Rude
- Arrogant
Antonyms:
- Respectful
- Polite
- Humble
- Courteous
- Deferential
Example sentences:
- The insolent teenager rolled his eyes at his teacher’s instructions.
- The customer’s insolent behavior towards the staff was unacceptable.
- The politician’s insolent remarks sparked outrage among her opponents.
Tips:
- Insolent often implies a sense of boldness or audacity in one’s rudeness.
- It can also suggest a lack of respect for authority or tradition.
- Be careful not to confuse insolent with confident or assertive, which can have more positive connotations!