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insolent
in·so·lent [ ínssələnt ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
disrespectful: showing an aggressive lack of respect in speech or behavior
[14th century. < Latin insolent- "unusual, arrogant" < solere "be accustomed"]

in·so·lence noun
in·so·lent·ly adverb
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