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How do you spell Insolent?

Correct spelling

insolent

Remember: insolENT people violate social norms - think 'solEmn' behavior turned upside down.

Why is insolent spelled this way?

From Latin insolens, unaccustomed. IN (not) + SOLERE (to be accustomed). Someone insolent behaves in unaccustomed ways — rudeness that violates expected norms.

Common misspellings of insolent

insolantinsolintinsollent

Example

The insolent student rolled her eyes and talked back to the teacher during class.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell insolent?+
The correct spelling is "insolent". Remember: insolENT people violate social norms - think 'solEmn' behavior turned upside down.
Is it insolant or insolent?+
The correct spelling is "insolent", not "insolant".

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