Backtalk

noun

Word Frequency: 0.0

Definitions

1.nounVerbal impudence or argumentative discourse, given in response.

"Don't give me any backtalk; just go clean your room."

2.verbTo respond to in an aggressively disputatious, often sarcastic or insolent manner.

"Peter was sent to detention for backtalking the teacher."

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