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Sassy - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Sassy means bold, lively, and full of spirit, often with a cheeky or confident attitude. It can describe someone who speaks or acts in a playful yet slightly disrespectful way.

sassy

/ˈsæsi/ /ˈsɑːsi/

Definition:

Bold, lively, and cheeky in an amusing or confident way.

Synonyms:

saucy, cheeky, impudent, bold

Part of Speech:

adjective

Antonyms:

timid, meek, shy

Common Collocations:

sassy attitude, sassy remark, sassy comeback

Derivatives:

sassiness, sassily

Usage Tips:

Use "sassy" to describe someone who is playfully bold or confidently cheeky in a fun way.

Common Phrases:

full of sass, sassy pants, drop the sass

Etymology:

Originated from 19th-century American English, derived from "sass," meaning impudent talk.

Examples:

  • 1. She gave a sassy reply that made everyone laugh.
  • 2. Her sassy attitude always brightens the room.
  • 3. Don’t be so sassy with your teachers!
  • 4. The comedian’s sassy humor won over the crowd.

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