GRE Word List

INSOLENCE

the quality or state of being insolent

The meaning of the word insolence is the quality or state of being insolent.

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WordMeaning
ficklemarked by lack of steadfastness, constancy, or stability : given to erratic changeableness
eccentricdeviating from conventional or accepted usage or conduct especially in odd or whimsical ways
kineticof or relating to the motion of material bodies and the forces and energy associated therewith
tendermarked by, responding to, or expressing the softer emotions : fond
imprudentnot prudent : lacking discretion, wisdom, or good judgment
aureolea radiant light around the head or body of a representation of a sacred personage
imminentready to take place : happening soon
interveneto occur, fall, or come between points of time or events
motleyvariegated in color
prevalentgenerally or widely accepted, practiced, or favored : widespread