noun
petulance
Petulance (noun) means Rudeness, insolence.
noun
1
Rudeness, insolence.
2
An insolent remark or act.
3
Childish impatience or sulkiness; testiness.
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Etymology
From Middle French pétulance, and its source, Latin petulantia.
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What is the meaning of petulance?
"petulance" (noun) means rudeness, insolence.
What are the different meanings of petulance?
"petulance" has 3 main meanings: 1. Rudeness, insolence; 2. An insolent remark or act; 3. Childish impatience or sulkiness; testiness.