insolent — meaning in English
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English meaning
- cheeky adj Disrespectful or bold in a way that's often seen as playful or amusing rather than truly rude.
- insolent adjective Rude and disrespectful, especially in a bold or arrogant way, particularly toward authority.
- sassy adj Bold, cheeky, or full of spirited attitude, especially toward someone in authority.
Senses
insolent is used for these senses in English:
- cheeky (informal) Impudent; impertinent; impertinently bold, often in a way that is regarded as endearing or amusing.
- contumelious (archaic, literary) Rudely contemptuous; showing contumely; exhibiting an insolent or disdainful attitude.
- sassy Bold and spirited, often towards someone in authority; cheeky; impudent; saucy. [from 1799]
cheeky — full definition
- adj Disrespectful or bold in a way that's often seen as playful or amusing rather than truly rude.
- adj Informally, describing something indulgent or a bit naughty, often a treat.