Impertinent

/ɪmˈpɜːrtɪnənt/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Lacking proper respect or good manners; rude.

The impertinent child interrupted the teacher during the lesson.

Not relevant or pertinent; irrelevant.

The lawyer objected to the impertinent questions posed by the opposing counsel.

From Latin 'impertinens', meaning 'not pertaining to'.

impertinent question

A question that is considered rude or not appropriate in the situation.

impertinent reply

A response that is disrespectful or dismissive.

impudent

Showing contemptuous boldness; disdainfully or cockily audacious.

insolent

Showing a rude and arrogant lack of respect.

disrespectful

Showing a lack of respect or courtesy.

Smart aleck

He always has a smart aleck comment that feels impertinent.

Sassy

Her sassy attitude often comes off as impertinent.