sassy

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. adjective improperly forward or bold

Etymology

A modification of saucy, equivalent to sass + -y, originally used in American English. First attested in 1799, but in common usage only as of the mid-19th century.

In classic literature

Synonyms

fresh, impertinent, impudent, overbold, smart, saucy, wise

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