saucy meaning
UK US /ˈsɔsi/ 2 syllables
saucy (adjective): characterized by a lightly pert and exuberant quality.
saucy has 2 meanings in this dictionary.
saucy as an adjective
- characterized by a lightly pert and exuberant quality
- a certain irreverent gaiety and ease of manner
Synonyms: impertinent, irreverent, pert
Similar: spirited
- 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!
Synonyms: fresh, impertinent, impudent, overbold, smart, sassy, wise
Similar: forward
Related forms: sauciness
How to pronounce saucy
saucy is pronounced /ˈsɔsi/ in American English. It has 2 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.
Words that rhyme with saucy
Scrabble score: 10 (letter breakdown)
Word lists: words starting with SA · words ending in CY · 5-letter words
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