Impertinent
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British pronunciation/ɪmpˈɜːtɪnənt/
American pronunciation/ˌɪmˈpɝtənənt/

Definition & Meaning of "impertinent"

impertinent
01

(of a person) rudely bold in speech or behavior

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She could n't believe how impertinent Tom was for questioning her authority in front of everyone.
He was impertinent, speaking over his colleagues without any regard for their opinions.
I was impertinent when I dismissed her concerns with a sarcastic remark.
02

irrelevant to the matter at hand

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The lawyer 's impertinent remarks were dismissed by the judge as irrelevant.
The impertinent details in the report were removed before submission.
She found his impertinent remarks distracting and off-topic during the conference.
03

showing a lack of respect or undue boldness in actions or behavior

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His impertinent remarks during the meeting annoyed his colleagues.
The child 's impertinent interruption frustrated the teacher.
She found his impertinent gestures during the presentation distracting.
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