| 释义 |
im·pu·dence
\ˈimpyədən(t)s also -dən-\ noun
also im·pu·den·cy \-nsē, -si\
(plural impudences also impudencies)
Etymology: impudence from Middle English, from Latin impudentia, from impudent-, impudens impudent + -ia -y; impudency from Latin impudentia
1. : the quality or state of being impudent: as
a. obsolete : shamelessness, indecency
b. : an attitude marked by disrespect or insolence : cocky self-assurance
c. archaic : cool self-possession or self-reliance
2. : an impudent remark or act
< the mother would not endure her son's impudences > |