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impudence
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im·pu·dence

noun \ˈim-pyə-dən(t)s\

Definition of IMPUDENCE

: the quality or state of being impudent
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Examples of IMPUDENCE

  1. <my mother would not tolerate impudence from any of us>
  2. <their impudence irritated everyone at the wedding reception>

First Known Use of IMPUDENCE

14th century

Related to IMPUDENCE

Synonyms
backchat, cheek, impertinence, back talk, insolence, mouth, sass, sauce
Antonyms
civility, considerateness, consideration, courtesy, genteelness, gentility, graciousness, politeness, politesse, thoughtfulness

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