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Synonyms & Similar Words
impudent
insolent
rude
presumptuous
forward
brazen
audacious
sassy
pert
saucy
feisty
spicy
lively
bold
brash
impish
mischievous
playful
wicked
roguish
cunning
clever
quick-witted
sharp-tongued
clever
facetious
humorous
jesting
jocular
mocking
teasing
taunting
provoking
cheeky
fresh
impertinent
disrespectful
uncouth
unseemly
inappropriate
brassy
trashy
gaudy
flamboyant
showy
ostentatious
Meaning of Cheeky
According to the Oxford English Dictionary, "cheeky" refers to someone or something that is impudent or insolent, often in a playful or amusing way.
Definitions
- Merriam-Webster defines "cheeky" as being impudently bold or impertinent, often in a charming or attractive way.
- Cambridge Dictionary describes "cheeky" as showing a lack of respect or politeness, often in a way that is amusing or appealing.
Example Uses
- The cheeky child kept making funny faces at her teacher, trying to get a laugh out of her.
- He had a cheeky grin on his face as he asked for a raise, knowing it was a long shot.
- The comedian's cheeky humor had the audience in stitches, but some people found it off-putting.
- The cheeky advertisement caught my attention with its bold and playful language.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
respectful
polite
courteous
mannered
well-behaved
well-mannered
decorous
proper
dignified
formal
serious
solemn
somber
subdued
restrained
modest
humble
shy
timid
bashful
demure
reserved
reticent
unassuming
meek
mild
gentle
considerate