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in⋅so⋅lence

  [in-suh-luhns]
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–noun
1. contemptuously rude or impertinent behavior or speech.
2. the quality or condition of being insolent.
Origin:
1350–1400; ME < L insolentia. See insolent, -ence
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in·so·lence   (ĭn'sə-ləns)   
n.  
  1. The quality or condition of being insolent.
  2. An instance of insolent behavior, treatment, or speech.
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Insolence

In"so*lence\, n. [F. insolence, L. insolentia. See Insolent.]

1. The quality of being unusual or novel. [Obs.] --Spenser.

2. The quality of being insolent; pride or haughtiness manifested in contemptuous and overbearing treatment of others; arrogant contempt; brutal impudence.

Flown with insolence and wine. --Milton.

3. Insolent conduct or treatment; insult.

Loaded with fetters and insolences from the soldiers. --Fuller.

Insolence

In"so*lence\, v. t. To insult. [Obs.] --Eikon Basilike.
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