saucy

• 形容某人或某事物大胆、活泼或略带粗鲁，但带有调皮、俏皮的意味。

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.

   轻佻的

   • 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.

   同义词boldbrashcheekyflippantforwardimpudentpertsassy

   反义词demuregravemodestpoliterespectfulserioussolemn

2. Impertinent or boldB2informalbritish

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

   俏皮无礼

   • 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!

   同义词boldbrazencheekyflippantfreshimpertinentimpudentinsolentpertsassy

   反义词courteousdeferentialhumblemeekmodestpoliterespectfulshysubmissivetimid