insolent

Definition

Insulting in manner or words, particularly in an arrogant or insubordinate manner.

Etymology

PIE word *swé From Middle English, from Old French, from Latin īnsolēns (“unaccustomed, unwanted, unusual, immoderate, excessive, arrogant, insolent”), from in- (privative prefix) + solēns, present participle of solēre (“to be accustomed, to be wont”).

Example Sentences

• "Near-synonyms: arrogant, bold, cocky; see also Thesaurus:cheeky"
• "Near-synonyms: insubordinate, offensive; see also Thesaurus:arrogant"
• "insolent behaviour"