1. A reply or answer that lacks courtesy, respect, or good manners
His impolite response to the question shocked everyone in the meeting.
Sua resposta mal-educada à pergunta chocou todos na reunião.
2. A discourteous or rude reaction to something said or done
She gave an impolite response when asked about her absence.
Ela deu uma resposta mal-educada quando perguntada sobre sua ausência.