Sauciness
Pronunciation: /ˈɛsˈoʊˈsiˈaɪˈnɛs/
Sauciness (noun)
- A playful, rude way of speaking or behaving that shows you are not afraid to be disrespectful.
- Behaviour that is too bold or disrespectful, often in a way that annoys other people.
Examples
- Her sauciness made the teacher smile.
- His sauciness often shows up in jokes.