saucy

adjective

ˈsȯ-sē  ˈsa- 

saucier; sauciest

1

: served with or having the consistency of sauce

2

a

: impertinently bold and impudent

b

: amusingly forward and flippant : irrepressible

3

: smart, trim

a saucy little hat

saucily

ˈsȯ-sə-lē 

ˈsa-

adverb

sauciness

ˈsȯ-sē-nəs 

ˈsa-

noun

Synonyms of saucy

• wise
• sassy
• cheeky
• fresh
• bold
• impudent
• brazen
• brassy
• insolent
• cocky
• blunt
• cute
• defiant
• audacious
• impertinent
• brash
• assertive
• nervy
• cocksure

Examples of saucy in a Sentence

irritated his fellow travelers with saucy questions and comments

Recent Examples on the Web

The romantic reveries sometimes give way to things sillier and saucier. — Chris Willman, Variety, 19 Sep. 2026

Football Field Lunch Napkins When the wings are sticky and the ribs are saucy, napkins are needed. — Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 16 Sep. 2026

When the comfort of breakfast beckons for dinner, their eggy, saucy burritos are also available at dinner. — Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 23 Aug. 2026

Cook, stirring occasionally, until very soft and saucy, about 20 minutes. — Kate Williams, AJC.com, 10 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1513, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for saucy

• aussie
• basi
• bossy
• fossae
• glossy
• khasi
• lossy
• masi
• mossy
• posse
• quasi
• bagasse

Kids Definition

saucy

adjective

ˈsȯs-ē 

saucier; sauciest

1

: marked by bold rudeness or disrespect : impudent

a saucy child

a saucy answer

2

: smart entry 2 sense 6a, trim

a saucy little hat

saucily

-ə-lē 

adverb

sauciness

-ē-nəs 

noun