sassy

sas·sy ¹  (ss)

adj. sas·si·er, sas·si·est

1. Rude and disrespectful; impudent.

2. Lively and spirited; jaunty.

3. Stylish; chic: a sassy little hat.

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[Alteration of saucy.]

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sassi·ly adv.

sassi·ness n.

Thesaurus

Adj.

1.

sassy - improperly forward or bold; "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!" overbold, saucy, impudent, impertinent, smart, wise, fresh forward - used of temperament or behavior; lacking restraint or modesty; "a forward child badly in need of discipline"