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单词 cheeky
释义

cheeky

adjective

ˈchē-kē How to pronounce cheeky (audio)
cheekier; cheekiest
informal
: boldly rude, impudent, or disrespectful in usually a playful or appealing way
a cheeky grin
… old-timers who still look like they could deck you if you get too cheeky. Shaun Assael
cheekily
ˈchē-kə-lē How to pronounce cheeky (audio)
adverb
cheekiness
ˈchē-kē-nəs How to pronounce cheeky (audio)
noun

Synonyms

  • arch
  • audacious
  • bold
  • bold-faced
  • brash
  • brassbound
  • brassy
  • brazen
  • brazen-faced
  • cocksure
  • cocky
  • fresh
  • impertinent
  • impudent
  • insolent
  • nervy
  • sassy
  • saucy
  • wise
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Example Sentences

a cheeky comment about something that was none of her business
Recent Examples on the Web The film got its start in 2010 when Appel wrote and directed a cheeky Funny or Die trailer for a nonexistent movie called Weird starring Breaking Bad‘s Aaron Paul as a party-hearty version of the singer. Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 8 Sep. 2022 In addition to shirts supporting the trans community, Morris’ fanbase also got a cheeky new name out of the Carlson insult. Los Angeles Times, 7 Sep. 2022 Warwick poked fun at the misidentification on her Twitter account Thursday, sharing a cheeky message that used lyrics from both her and Knight's most famous songs. Amanda Taylor, Peoplemag, 1 Sep. 2022 In Stockholm, Swedish artists erected cheeky warning signs showing two pedestrians bent over their phones. Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 30 Aug. 2022 Mimicking the natural scales of a snake, sequins embellished the triangle cups and cheeky bottoms, adding sheen and texture. Seventeen, 23 Aug. 2022 The Saints Row series emerged in the Xbox 360 era as a cheeky, irreverent response to the likes of Grand Theft Auto. Sam Machkovech, Ars Technica, 22 Aug. 2022 For the themed Archival Issue, which considers celebrities and our fascination for them, Anita Kunz has created a cheeky modern take on the iconic painting. Françoise Mouly, The New Yorker, 22 Aug. 2022 Also, Marvel’s way of hiding Daredevil in the scene behind that word seems to be a cheeky confirmation that the Daredevil series won’t be as dark as the Netflix variant. Chris Smith, BGR, 21 Aug. 2022 See More

Word History

Etymology

see cheek entry 1

First Known Use

1838, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

cheeky

adjective

ˈchē-kē How to pronounce cheeky (audio)
cheekier; cheekiest
: showing disrespect : rude

cheeky

adjective

as in saucy
displaying or marked by rude boldness a cheeky comment about something that was none of her business

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • saucy
  • sassy
  • impudent
  • brazen
  • wise
  • bold
  • cocky
  • insolent
  • blunt
  • fresh
  • defiant
  • brassy
  • cute
  • audacious
  • nervy
  • brash
  • impertinent
  • cocksure
  • assertive
  • brazen-faced
  • arch
  • bold-faced
  • brassbound
  • smart
  • disrespectful
  • flippant
  • obtrusive
  • unabashed
  • shameless
  • curt
  • facetious
  • lippy
  • unblushing
  • mouthy
  • forward
  • bluff
  • flip
  • pert
  • smart-alecky
  • smart-aleck

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • timid
  • shy
  • humble
  • meek
  • modest
  • demure
  • polite
  • mousy
  • courteous
  • proper
  • retiring
  • respectful
  • mousey
  • genteel
  • deferential
  • gentle
  • mild
  • embarrassed
  • mannerly
  • shamefaced
  • blushing
  • inconspicuous
  • unobtrusive
  • abashed
  • ashamed
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