impudent
The word “impudent” has 3 syllables: im-pu-dent
It's pronounced as /ˈɪm.pjə.dənt/
What is synonym and antonym for impudent?
In the thesaurus, “impudent” has 40 synonyms and 25 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for impudent along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for impudent
- arch
- assertive
- audacious
- bluff
- blunt
- bold
- bold-faced
- brash
- brassbound
- brassy
- brazen
- brazen-faced
- cheeky
- cocksure
- cocky
- curt
- cute
- defiant
- disrespectful
- facetious
- flip
- flippant
- forward
- fresh
- impertinent
- insolent
- lippy
- mouthy
- nervy
- obtrusive
- pert
- sassy
- saucy
- shameless
- smart
- smart-aleck
- smart-alecky
- unabashed
- unblushing
- wise
Antonyms for impudent
- abashed
- ashamed
- blushing
- courteous
- deferential
- demure
- embarrassed
- genteel
- gentle
- humble
- inconspicuous
- mannerly
- meek
- mild
- modest
- mousey
- mousy
- polite
- proper
- respectful
- retiring
- shamefaced
- shy
- timid
- unobtrusive
Meanings of impudent
- adjective
- Not showing due respect; impertinent; bold-faced.
Example Sentences
- His impudent reply surprised everyone at the table.
- The child’s impudent behavior embarrassed his parents.
- She found his impudent questions both annoying and amusing.
- It was impudent of him to interrupt the speaker like that.
- The manager had no patience for impudent remarks from employees.
On this page you'll find 65 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to impudent, such as: abashed, arch, ashamed, assertive, audacious, bluff, blunt.
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