1. rude and disrespectful behavior or speech

Examples

• The student’s insolence toward the teacher resulted in detention.
• I won’t tolerate such insolence from my employees.
• His insolence shocked everyone at the formal dinner.
• She was fired for her repeated acts of insolence.
• The child’s insolence made his parents very angry.
• The customer’s insolence toward the staff was unacceptable.