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    Insolencias (en. Insolence)

    /insolenˈθjas/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    An act or statement that shows a lack of respect.
    His insolence in interrupting was poorly received.
    Su insolencia al interrumpir fue muy mal recibida.
    Excessive boldness that can offend.
    I cannot tolerate the insolences of his comments.
    No puedo tolerar las insolencias de sus comentarios.
    Disregard for authority or established norms.
    The young man's insolences provoked a reprimand.
    Las insolencias del joven provocaron una reprimenda.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'insolentia', meaning 'lack of respect'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to act insolently
    To behave in a defiant or disrespectful manner.
    hacer insolencias
    youthful insolences
    Rebellious or defiant attitudes typical of adolescence.
    insolencias de juventud
    to take with insolence
    To act arrogantly or disdainfully towards something.
    tomar con insolencia

    Related Words

    insolent
    One who acts with cheekiness or lack of respect.
    insolente
    to challenge
    To challenge someone or something, showing courage in the face of opposition.
    desafiar
    impertinent
    One who behaves inappropriately or disrespectfully.
    impertinente

    Slang Meanings

    Very bold behavior.
    That comment was pure insolence.
    Ese comentario fue pura insolencia.
    Obvious lack of respect.
    I saw you speaking insolently to your teacher.
    Te vi hablando con insolencia a tu profesor.