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
