Impertinent and Sullen

Impertinent

Impertinent adjective - Showing a lack of manners or consideration for others.
Usage example: impertinent salesmen who telephone people during the dinner hour

Sullen and impertinent are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Sullen" instead an adjective "Impertinent".

Nearby Word: impertinence

Sullen

Sullen adjective - Causing or marked by an atmosphere lacking in cheer.

Impertinent and sullen are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Impertinent" instead an adjective "Sullen".

Nearby Word: sullenly
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