impudence impudence /ˈɪmpjʊdəns/

noun

1. The trait of being rude and impertinent; inclined to take liberties  ( cheekiness , crust , freshness , gall , impertinence , impudence , insolence )
   the trait of being rude and impertinent; inclined to take liberties
   
2. An impudent statement  ( cheek , impertinence , impudence )
   an impudent statement