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impertinent
adjective
improperly forward or bold
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ɪm.ˈpɜː.tɪ.nənt
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adjective
improperly forward or bold
“don't be fresh with me”
adjective
not pertinent to the matter under consideration
“an issue extraneous to the debate”
adjective
characterized by a lightly pert and exuberant quality
“a certain irreverent gaiety and ease of manner”
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Example Sentences
don't be fresh with me
impertinent of a child to lecture a grownup
an impudent boy given to insulting strangers
Don't get wise with me!
an issue extraneous to the debate
the price was immaterial
mentioned several impertinent facts before finally coming to the point
a certain irreverent gaiety and ease of manner
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