noun
- plural of impudence; instances or displays of disrespectful or impertinent behavior; lack of proper respect or courtesy
- plural of impudence; bold or audacious acts or remarks that show a lack of shame or embarrassment
Usage: countable noun; typically used in formal or literary contexts
Usage: countable noun; often used to describe shocking or surprising behavior
Examples
- The student's impudences toward the teacher resulted in a detention.
- She tolerated no impudences from her employees.
- His repeated impudences finally cost him his job.
- The child's impudences amused rather than angered the grandmother.
- Such impudences would never have been permitted in earlier generations.
- The comedian's impudences on stage delighted the audience.
- He was known for his impudences and lack of filter in conversation.