insolent IN-suh-luhnt adjective WS #25

showing a rude and arrogant lack of respect; boldly disrespectful; impertinent

1. The customer's insolent attitude made the store manager refuse to serve him.
2. She gave him an insolent stare when he asked her to follow the company dress code.
3. The insolent teenager rolled her eyes and ignored her parents' instructions.
4. His insolent behavior toward his supervisor resulted in a formal reprimand.
5. The insolent student was sent to the principal's office for talking back to the teacher.