Definitions

1. noun

the quality of being insolently bold or shamelessly presumptuous, especially in a way that is considered to be impertinent or unseemly.

“Her impudence in questioning the professor’s authority was noticeable to everyone in the class.”

2. noun

impertinence; impertinent behavior or speech.

“The politician’s impudence in making such a statement during a sensitive time was widely criticized.”

3. noun

the state of being unashamedly bold or impertinent; audacity.

“The thief’s impudence in stealing from the charity event shocked everyone in attendance.”

4. verb

to behave in a bold or impertinent manner; to act with audacity or shamelessness.

“The actress’s impudence in accepting the award without thanking her fellow nominees was seen as unprofessional.”