Meaning & use

saucy

adjective·Everyday

Bold, cheeky, or mildly flirtatious in a playful and often amusing way.

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The comedian's saucy jokes kept the audience laughing throughout the show.

She gave a saucy reply when her brother teased her about being late.

A note on using this word

Saucy is informal and can describe either playful boldness in speech or mildly suggestive humor, depending on context.

Words with a similar meaning

cheekyimpudent

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