insolent
7 synonyms and 3 antonyms for insolent, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Rude and disrespectful, especially in a bold or arrogant way, particularly toward authority.
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.
Antonyms
How to use insolent
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
insolent remark
insolent behavior
Etymology
From Old French, from Latin insolens ("unaccustomed, arrogant"), from in- + solere ("to be accustomed").
Full origin of insolent →Frequently asked questions
What does “insolent” mean?
The word “insolent” means rude and disrespectful, especially in a bold or arrogant way, particularly toward authority. In plain terms, boldly disrespectful, especially to someone who deserves better treatment.
How do you pronounce “insolent”?
“Insolent” is pronounced IHN-suh-luhnt (/ˈɪn.sə.lənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “insolent” in a sentence?
Here is “insolent” used in a sentence: “The insolent teenager rolled his eyes at every instruction.”
What part of speech is “insolent”?
“Insolent” is an adjective.
Where does the word “insolent” come from?
The word “insolent” comes from Latin. From Old French, from Latin insolens ("unaccustomed, arrogant"), from in- + solere ("to be accustomed").
