ˈin(t)s(ə)lən(t)s noun
( -s )
Etymology: Middle English, from Latin insolentia, from insolent-, insolens insolent + -ia -y
1. : the quality or state of being insolent : haughtiness , impudence : gross disrespect
insolence is often an expression of insecurity
2. : an instance of insolent conduct or treatment : insult
unwilling to put up with her petty insolences