Meaning & use
sassiness
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The quality of being bold, cheeky, or confidently impudent in speech or manner.
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The toddler's sassiness had the whole family laughing despite themselves.
Her sassiness in interviews made her a favorite with reporters.
A note on using this word
Usually affectionate or admiring in tone, describing boldness that is entertaining rather than genuinely rude.
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cheekinessspunk
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