insolences

Definitions

Rude and disrespectful behavior.

An instance of impudent or insulting language or conduct.

Examples

The teacher could no longer tolerate the constant insolences displayed by the disruptive students in the back row.

He was eventually dismissed from his position due to his repeated insolences toward his superiors.

Synonyms

audacity impertinence impudence rudeness cheekiness effrontery presumption

Antonyms

humility politeness respect courtesy deference modesty civility