SASSY Synonyms: 65 Similar and Opposite Words

sassy

adjective

ˈsa-sē

Definition of sassy

as in wise

displaying or marked by rude boldness sassy kids shouting, "Out of our way, you old geezer!"

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Recent Examples of sassy But Liberace was perhaps most beloved for his sassy patter with the audience, over-the-top costumes, and unforgettable performance style—which often involved him being driven onto the stage in a Rolls-Royce. — Eleni N. Gage, Architectural Digest, 7 July 2026 During the night shift at Illinois's The Wiener's Circle, sassy Poochi Rollins slings Chicago red hots loaded with mustard, relish, onions, and more—with a side of insult comedy. — Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 July 2026 Matcha flavors include blackberry dream, sassy guava and coconut (all $10). — Jenna Thompson june 29, Kansas City Star, 29 June 2026 While Riot gave his mom a sassy stare, RZA kept his face hidden behind a French workbook. — Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 28 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for sassy

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Adjective

Very strong, powerful, good feet, good athletic ability — and is working at the consistency part scheme-wise.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 31 July 2026
Sometimes, the wisest career decision is to acknowledge that a leader won't improve and move on, as careers thrive when employees aren't held back by consistently poor leadership.

— Benjamin Laker, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026

Definition of wise

Adjective

Indeed, the announcement of Paramount’s acquisition of Warner Bros triggered concern last year that the market for bold young talent would shrink – indeed that opportunities for indie companies like Continental would also disappear.

— Peter Bart, Deadline, 30 July 2026
Summer dressing is the perfect excuse to embrace bold color, play with texture, or experiment with a new silhouette.

— Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 30 July 2026

Definition of bold

Adjective

Now, Jack’s Extra Fancy pays tribute to that legacy and adds a cheeky spirit.

— USA TODAY NETWORK, USA Today, 29 July 2026
The cheeky duo is accompanied by weather-resistant flowers and a welcome sign, making an adorable addition to flower beds, porches, lawns, patios, walkways, courtyards, potted plants, and more.

— Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 July 2026

Definition of cheeky

Adjective

His theater group the Mechanicals is preparing a stage adaptation of a 1974 French-Canadian film called Once Upon a Time in the East, in which Jimmy will play a brassy singer named Carmen — a clear indication that commercial success is not one of its top priorities.

— Alison Willmore, Vulture, 20 May 2026
Pick Three Naomi Fry on great entertainment from brassy broads.

— Sheldon Pearce, New Yorker, 15 May 2026

Definition of brassy

Adjective

Dix was a baseball prodigy too cocky and flashy for his own good who now coasts through life on his long-ago heroics coupled with charm and an undeserved diet of luck.

— Stuart Miller, Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2026
Murray, a stoic veteran, wasn’t sure what to make of Kent, who played with a cocky edge.

— Tyler Kepner, New York Times, 26 July 2026

Definition of cocky

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