impertinent
12 synonyms and 3 antonyms for impertinent, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Rude or disrespectful, especially in a way that oversteps one's place.
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. adj
Rude or disrespectful, especially in a way that oversteps one's place.
“It was impertinent of him to interrupt the CEO.”
How to use impertinent
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impertinent question
impertinent remark
Etymology
From Latin impertinens, ultimately im- ("not") + pertinent.
Full origin of impertinent →Frequently asked questions
What does “impertinent” mean?
The word “impertinent” means rude or disrespectful, especially in a way that oversteps one's place. In plain terms, cheeky and disrespectful, or, more formally, beside the point.
How do you pronounce “impertinent”?
“Impertinent” is pronounced ihm-PUR-tih-nuhnt (/ɪmˈpɝ.tɪ.nənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “impertinent” in a sentence?
Here is “impertinent” used in a sentence: “It was impertinent of him to interrupt the CEO.”
What part of speech is “impertinent”?
“Impertinent” is an adjective.
Where does the word “impertinent” come from?
The word “impertinent” comes from Latin. From Latin impertinens, ultimately im- ("not") + pertinent.
How many meanings does “impertinent” have?
“Impertinent” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: rude or disrespectful, especially in a way that oversteps one's place.
