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SASSY (sassier, sassiest)

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Dictionary entry overview: What does sassy mean?

• SASSY (adjective)
The adjective SASSY has 1 sense:

1. improperly forward or bold

Familiarity information: SASSY used as an adjective is very rare.

Dictionary entry details

• SASSY (adjective)

Sense 1

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Meaning:

Improperly forward or bold

Synonyms:

overbold; sassy; impudent; saucy; impertinent; smart; wise; fresh

Context examples:

don't be fresh with me / impertinent of a child to lecture a grownup / an impudent boy given to insulting strangers / Don't get wise with me!

Similar:

forward (used of temperament or behavior; lacking restraint or modesty)

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