saucy

• Описывает кого-то или что-то дерзкое, живое или слегка грубое в игривой манере.

Describes someone or something that is bold, lively, or slightly rude in a playful way.

1. Boldly playful or cheekyB2informal

   Having a lively, slightly impudent, or flirtatious manner.

   Дерзкий

   • She gave him a saucy wink across the room.
   • The comedian's saucy remarks kept the audience laughing.
   • He had a saucy grin that suggested he was up to something.

   Synonymsboldbrashcheekyflippantforwardimpudentpertsassy

   Antonymsdemuregravemodestpoliterespectfulserioussolemn

2. Impertinent or boldB2informalbritish

   Showing a lack of respect in a way that is amusing rather than offensive.

   Дерзкий

   • The child gave a saucy reply to the teacher.
   • Her saucy attitude got her into trouble at work.
   • Don't get saucy with me, young man!

   Synonymsboldbrazencheekyflippantfreshimpertinentimpudentinsolentpertsassy

   Antonymscourteousdeferentialhumblemeekmodestpoliterespectfulshysubmissivetimid