IMPERTINENCIES Synonyms: 97 Similar and Opposite Words

impertinency

noun

(ˌ)im-ˈpər-tə-nən(t)-sē

Definition of impertinency

as in disrespect

rude behavior the shameless impertinency of the teenagers at the beach

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disrespect

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What readers are saying The comments express frustration and disappointment over the littering and disrespect shown by visitors to national parks, particularly Yellowstone.

— Andrea Sachs, Washington Post, 30 Sep. 2026
The board's vague message didn't point to specific administrators or specific instances of disrespect.

— Aubrey Wright, IndyStar, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of disrespect

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