insolence

Meanings

• noun

  Lack of respect for authority or propriety; impudence.

• noun

  Arrogant or contemptuous behavior.

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Rhymes

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solace , tolerance , preference , collaborance

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Variants

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insolence , insolences

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Etymology

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From Old French insolance, from insolenter, to be insolent, disobedient, from in- not + solere to be obedient, from sol, sun. Akin to Old High German sunal, sunniz, sunniz, obedient.

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Trivia

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1. Insolence is often considered a negative trait in many cultures and is seen as a sign of disrespect or immaturity.

2. The term 'insolence' has been used in law to describe behavior that is disrespectful or contemptuous towards a court or judge.

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Related Concepts

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1. Impudence: Impudence is a synonym for insolence, referring to a lack of respect for authority or propriety.

2. Contempt: Contempt is a related concept to insolence, as both involve a lack of respect or disregard for someone or something.

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Culture

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Insolence has been a recurring theme in literature, often portrayed as a negative trait. In Shakespeare's play 'Taming of the Shrew,' for instance, the character Katherina is described as having 'insolence' that needs to be tamed. In music, the term 'insolence' has been used in song titles and lyrics to describe defiance or rebellion.

How to Memorize "insolence"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person behaving impudently or disrespectfully towards an authority figure.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'insolence' with the image of a person sticking out their tongue or giving the middle finger as a gesture of defiance.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the phrase 'Insolence: I'm Not Solidly Obedient, Never Ever'.

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