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impudent

/ˈɪm.pjə.dənt/
im · pu · dent
Adverb:impudently
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• adjective

1

Failing to show proper respect and modesty; shamelessly bold, rude, or insolent.

Example

"The teacher reprimanded the student for making an impudent remark during the lecture."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'impudent' (shamelessly disrespectful or insolent) with 'imprudent' (unwise or lacking foresight) or 'impotent' (powerless).

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 14th century from Latin impudentem ('shameless'), formed from the privative prefix in- ('not') and pudens ('ashamed' or 'modest'), the present participle of pudere ('to make or feel ashamed').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Impudent. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/impudent
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