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sau·cy
 saucy
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- pronunciation:
- saw
si
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective)
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| inflections: |
saucier, sauciest |
| definition 1: |
impudent or disrespectful; insolent.
If it hadn't been for the saucy expression on the student's face, the teacher might have believed her story.You'd better not speak to me in that saucy manner, young man!- synonyms:
- cheeky, disrespectful, flip, flippant, impertinent, impudent, pert, sassy, wise
- antonyms:
- deferential
- similar words:
- bold, brash, brazen, discourteous, forward, fresh, impolite, insolent, naughty, nervy, rude
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| definition 2: |
bold or impertinent in a way that charms or amuses.
His new play is full of saucy humor.He couldn't resist flirting with that saucy waitress.- synonyms:
- jaunty, lively, pert
- similar words:
- bold, buoyant, high-spirited, light, spirited
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| definition 3: |
bold in style.
She wore a saucy red dress to the party.- similar words:
- dashing, eye-catching, jaunty
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| related words: |
disrespectful, flippant, wise |
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| derivations: |
saucily (adv.), sauciness (n.) |
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