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insolence Synonyms

Another word for insolence

Choosing another word for insolence depends on context, so the 14 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

Rude, arrogant, and disrespectful behavior or attitude, especially toward a person in authority.

Usage Example

"The student was sent to the principal's office for his repeated impertinence during the lecture."

Strongest
impertinence
impudence
disrespect
insubordination
Strong
audacity
effrontery
rudeness
arrogance
cheek
gall

• noun (Context 2)

A specific instance of rude, disrespectful, or contemptuous speech or action.

Usage Example

"She calmly endured the petty insolences of her rivals without losing her composure."

Strong
insult
affront
slight
indignity

Opposites of insolence

The opposite of insolence shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

deference
respect
courtesy
politeness
humility
civility
compliment
reverence
See all opposites of insolence

• Nearby Words

insistently
insofar
insole
insolence
insolent
insolently
insoluble

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Insolence. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/insolence
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