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Definition of insolence noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

insolence

noun
 
/ˈɪnsələns/
 
/ˈɪnsələns/
[uncountable]
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  1. extremely rude behaviour that shows a lack of respect for somebody
    • Her insolence cost her her job.
    Topics Personal qualitiesc2
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