impudence
pronunciation
How to pronounce impudence in British English:
UK ['ɪmpjədəns]
How to pronounce impudence in American English:
US [ˈɪmpjədəns]
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- Noun:
- an impudent statement
- the trait of being rude and impertinent; inclined to take liberties
Word Origin
- impudence (n.)
- late 14c., from Latin impudentia "shamelessness," noun of quality from impudens; see impudent.
Example
- 1. I am provoked at his impudence .
- 2. I was annoyed at his impudence .
- 3. I should have you whipped for your impudence !
- 4. I have had enough of your impudence .
- 5. I should have you whipped for your impudence .