Pert

Pronunciation: /ˈpɜːrt/

Pert (adjective)

  1. showing a confident and lively attitude, often in a playful way.
  2. describing something small, neat, and attractive, often used for body parts.

Examples

  • The child gave a pert reply to the question.
  • Her pert attitude made everyone laugh.

Common collocations: pert reply, pert attitude, pert hat, pert ornaments

Synonyms of Pert

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Pert

  • — describing a lack of boldness
  • — describing a lack of liveliness