Synonyms of sassy

sassy

adjective

ˈsa-sē 

as in wise

displaying or marked by rude boldness

sassy kids shouting, "Out of our way, you old geezer!"

Synonyms & Similar Words

• wise
• bold
• saucy
• cheeky
• fresh
• brassy
• cocky
• impudent
• brazen
• blunt
• cute
• insolent
• defiant
• assertive
• brash
• audacious
• cocksure
• impertinent
• nervy
• smart
• brazen-faced
• bold-faced
• arch
• disrespectful
• brassbound
• unabashed
• obtrusive
• curt
• forward
• flippant
• mouthy
• shameless
• bluff
• flip
• unblushing
• smart-aleck
• pert
• facetious
• smart-alecky
• lippy

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• timid
• meek
• shy
• humble
• modest
• retiring
• polite
• courteous
• proper
• respectful
• mousy
• genteel
• deferential
• demure
• gentle
• mild
• ashamed
• embarrassed
• mannerly
• inconspicuous
• unobtrusive
• abashed
• blushing
• shamefaced

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of sassy

This book is what happens when a lonely child whose friends are mostly book & sitcom characters grows up and gets sassy. — Literary Hub, 14 July 2026

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