behave impudently

verb phrase

Meaning

Act in a way that shows a lack of respect for others, often characterized by boldness or rudeness.

Examples

He continued to behave impudently toward his superiors, eventually leading to his dismissal.
Children who behave impudently in public are often testing the boundaries of their caregivers.

Synonyms: be rude, be cheeky, be insolent, be brazen

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behave impudently

verb phrase

Pronunciation: bɪˈheɪv ˈɪmpjədəntli

Definition

Act in a way that shows a lack of respect for others, often characterized by boldness or rudeness.

Examples

He continued to behave impudently toward his superiors, eventually leading to his dismissal.
Children who behave impudently in public are often testing the boundaries of their caregivers.
She knew she shouldn't behave impudently, but her frustration got the better of her.

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