impudence
22 synonyms and 3 antonyms for impudence, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Bold, disrespectful behaviour or speech that shows no shame.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
sauciness
audacity
audaciousness
brashness
brazenness
cheekiness
chutzpah
effrontery
gall
outdaciousness
immortal rind
insolence
irreverence
impertinence
pertness
rind
temerity
Antonyms
How to use impudence
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
sheer impudence
the impudence to
Etymology
From Middle French impudence, from Latin impudentia.
Full origin of impudence →Frequently asked questions
What does “impudence” mean?
The word “impudence” means bold, disrespectful behaviour or speech that shows no shame. In plain terms, cheeky, disrespectful behaviour done with no sense of shame.
How do you pronounce “impudence”?
“Impudence” is pronounced IHMP-yuh-duhns (/ˈɪmpjədəns/ in IPA).
How do you use “impudence” in a sentence?
Here is “impudence” used in a sentence: “She had the impudence to demand a refund after breaking the item herself.”
What is another word for “impudence”?
Words with a similar meaning to “impudence” include cheek, sauciness, audacity, audaciousness, brashness and brass.
What part of speech is “impudence”?
“Impudence” is a noun.
Where does the word “impudence” come from?
The word “impudence” comes from Latin. From Middle French impudence, from Latin impudentia.
