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impertinency

/ɪmˈpɜːrtɪnənsi/ noun · British & US
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What does impertinency mean?

noun

The quality of being impertinent; impudence or audacity. A rude or insolent remark or act.

Example

"Her impertinency towards the teacher was not tolerated in the classroom."

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