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in⋅so⋅lence
[in-suh-luh
ns] 
–noun
| 1. | contemptuously rude or impertinent behavior or speech. |
| 2. | the quality or condition of being insolent. |
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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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