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Meaning of impudent
showing a lack of respect or shame
Etymology of impudent
The word "impudent" comes from the Latin "impudens," meaning "shameless" or "immodest," which is a combination of "in-" (meaning "not") and "pudens" (meaning "ashamed")
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe behavior that is considered shameless, insolent, or disrespectful
Synonyms
insolent
impertinent
cheeky
rude
presumptuous
audacious
brazen
shameless
forward
saucy
pert
sassy
fresh
disrespect
defiant
rebellious
inconsiderate
thoughtless
discourteous
ill-mannered
uncivil
unmannerly
insulting
offensive
scandalous
outrageous
impish
mischievous
wicked
wanton
licentious
unseemly
unbecoming
indecent
coarse
crude
vulgar
boorish
loutish
brutish
barbarous
impolite
uncouth
rough
harsh
abrasive
tactless
insensitive
crude
gross
indecorous
Definitions
- Having or showing a lack of respect or shame, often in a way that is considered shocking or unacceptable
- * Lacking modesty or humility, often in a way that is considered shocking or unacceptable
Usage Examples
- The impudent child talked back to her teacher and refused to apologize
- * The impudent stranger made a rude comment to the store clerk and walked out without paying
- * The impudent politician was accused of making false promises to get elected