Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cheekiness

noun
/ˈtʃiː.ki.nəs/
Definition
The quality of being cheeky; impudence or impertinence.
Examples
  • His cheekiness often got him into trouble with teachers.
  • She responded with a cheekiness that made everyone laugh.
  • They admired his cheekiness as he confidently answered back to the critics.
Meaning
Cheekiness refers to a playful or irreverent attitude or behavior that can be seen as slightly rude or disrespectful but is often intended to be humorous or charming.
Synonyms
  • impudence
  • insolence
  • brashness
  • sassiness
  • impertinence