Definitions
- Describing behavior that is irrelevant or inappropriate to the situation. - Referring to a lack of respect or consideration for others. - Talking about actions or words that are intrusive or presumptuous.
- Describing behavior that is rude, disrespectful, or discourteous. - Referring to a lack of manners or politeness. - Talking about actions or words that violate social norms or expectations.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe negative behavior towards others.
- 2Both words refer to a lack of respect or consideration for social norms.
- 3Both words can be used to describe actions or words that are inappropriate or rude.
What is the difference?
- 1Scope: Impertinency refers to behavior that is intrusive or presumptuous, while incivility is more general and can refer to any behavior that violates social norms.
- 2Intensity: Impertinency implies a more severe lack of respect or consideration than incivility.
- 3Formality: Impertinency is a less common and more formal word than incivility.
- 4Usage: Impertinency is more commonly used in legal or academic contexts, while incivility is more commonly used in everyday language.
Remember this!
Impertinency and incivility both describe negative behavior towards others that violates social norms. However, impertinency is more specific and refers to behavior that is intrusive or presumptuous, while incivility is a more general term that can refer to any behavior that is rude or disrespectful. Additionally, impertinency is a less common and more formal word than incivility, and is often used in legal or academic contexts.
