procax — meaning in English
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English meaning
- brash adj Overconfident and tactless, often in a way that ignores how others feel.
- impertinent adj Rude or disrespectful, especially in a way that oversteps one's place.
- impudent adj Bold and disrespectful in a way that shows no shame or embarrassment.
- insolent adjective Rude and disrespectful, especially in a bold or arrogant way, particularly toward authority.
- pert adjective Cheeky or impudent in a lively, playful way, especially of a child or younger person.
Senses
procax is used for these senses in English:
- brash (of people or behaviour) Overly bold or self-assertive to the point of being insensitive, tactless or impudent; shameless.
- impertinent Insolent, ill-mannered or disrespectful; Disregardful.
- impudent Not showing due respect; bold-faced, impertinent.
- insolent Insulting in manner or words, particularly in an arrogant or insubordinate manner.
- pert (archaic) Especially of children or social inferiors: cheeky, impertinent. [from 15th c.]
brash — full definition
- adj Overconfident and tactless, often in a way that ignores how others feel.
- adj Bold or showy in an unsubtle, sometimes tasteless way.
impertinent — full definition
- adj Rude or disrespectful, especially in a way that oversteps one's place.
- adj (formal) Not relevant to the matter at hand.