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    Insolemment (en. Insolently)

    /ɛ̃.sɔ.lɑ.mɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adverb
    In a manner that lacks respect or humility.
    He replied insolently to his teacher.
    Il a répondu insolemment à son professeur.
    By acting without consideration for others.
    She insolently ignored her friends' advice.
    Elle a insolemment ignoré les conseils de ses amis.
    With a bold and cheeky demeanor.
    They behaved insolently during the meeting.
    Ils se sont comportés insolemment lors de la réunion.

    Etymology

    Derived from the adjective 'insolent', from the Latin 'insolens', which means 'too bold'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to speak insolently
    To express oneself with contempt or impertinence.
    parler insolemment
    to act insolently
    To behave without respect or restraint.
    agir insolemment
    to reply insolently
    To retort with a defiant or scornful attitude.
    répondre insolemment

    Related Words

    insolent
    Someone who shows insolence, who lacks respect.
    insolent
    impertinent
    Someone who exceeds the boundaries of politeness.
    impertinent
    cheeky
    Someone who acts shamelessly, who is excessively bold.
    effronté

    Slang Meanings

    To play it cool
    He plays it cool insolently in front of his friends.
    Il se la joue insolemment devant ses amis.
    To be straightforward
    She was straightforward and spoke insolently.
    Elle a été cash et a parlé insolemment.