impertinency

Meanings

• noun

  Lacking proper respect for others; rude, disrespectful, or impudent.

  - "His impertinency towards the teacher disrupted the class."
  - "She was taken aback by his impertinency during the job interview."

• noun

  A rude or disrespectful remark or act.

  - "His impertinency towards the elderly woman caused a scene."
  - "The impertinence of the child was a constant source of frustration for his parents."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with impertinency
perdurability , pertinacity , pertinacity , obduracy , obduracy

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Variants

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impertinence , impertinencies , impertinency

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Etymology

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Originated from the Latin word 'impertinus,' meaning 'unfamiliar' or 'uninstructed,' later developed the meaning of 'insolent' or 'disrespectful'.

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Trivia

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1. Impertinence is a word that has been in use since the 15th century.

2. In some cultures, impertinence is considered a sign of intelligence or wit, but in others, it is seen as a character flaw.

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Related Concepts

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1. Rudeness: Impertinence is a form of rudeness, characterized by a lack of respect or consideration for others.

2. Disrespect: Impertinence involves a deliberate disregard for the feelings, rights, or dignity of others.

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Culture

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Impertinence is often depicted in literature as a negative character trait, representing a lack of respect or consideration for others. In some contexts, it can be seen as a form of rebellion or defiance, but generally, it is considered an undesirable trait.

How to Memorize "impertinency"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person acting in an impudent or disrespectful manner towards others. Imagine the situation and the emotions involved.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'impertinence' with rude or disrespectful behavior. Remember the negative connotations of the word.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the acronym I'M PERTI: 'I'm Persistently Rudely Treating Insensitively' to help remember the meaning of impertinence.

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