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impertinence vs playfulness

playfulness vs impertinence

impertinence and playfulness both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
impertinence Yes No No No
playfulness Yes No No No
As nouns, playfulness is a hypernym of impertinence; that is, playfulness is a word with a broader meaning than impertinence:
  • impertinence: inappropriate playfulness
  • playfulness: a disposition to find (or make) causes for amusement
Other hypernyms of impertinence include fun.
impertinence (noun) playfulness (noun)
inappropriate playfulness activities that are enjoyable or amusing
the trait of being rude and impertinent; inclined to take liberties a disposition to find (or make) causes for amusement
an impudent statement a festive merry feeling
Difference between impertinence and playfulness

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