Bernard de Mandeville

Because impudence is a vice, it does not follow that modesty is a virtue; it is built upon shame, a passion in our nature, and may be either good or bad according to the actions performed from that motive.

English Philosopher

Mary Wortley Montagu

I don't say 'Tis impossible for an impudent man not to rise in the world, but a moderate merit with a large share of impudence is more probable to be advanced than the greatest qualifications without it.

English Writer

Alexander Hamilton

There are seasons in every country when noise and impudence pass current for worth; and in popular commotions especially, the clamors of interested and factious men are often mistaken for patriotism.

American Politician

Johann Kaspar Lavater

I am prejudiced in favor of him who, without impudence, can ask boldly. He has faith in humanity, and faith in himself. No one who is not accustomed to giving grandly can ask nobly and with boldness.

German Theologian

John Ruskin

Modern education has devoted itself to the teaching of impudence, and then we complain that we can no longer control our mobs.

Josh Billings

I haven't got as much money as some folks, but I've got as much impudence as any of them, and that's the next thing to money.

American Comedian

Saint Bernard

The impudence of the sinner displeases God as much as the modesty of the penitent gives him pleasure.

Saint

Euripides

Impudence is the worst of all human diseases.

Greek Poet

Impudence carries a negative tone, suggesting lack of respect or decency in someone's behavior or speech.

Connotation

Use 'impudence' in situations where someone behaves in an unexpectedly disrespectful way, especially towards authority.

Context Matters

In some cultures, what is considered impudence may be seen as confidence elsewhere, so be aware of cultural contexts.