cheeky
Meaning
- (informal) Impudent; impertinent; impertinently bold, often in a way that is regarded as endearing or amusing.
- (informal) Tending to expose the cheeks of the buttocks.
- Poisonous (of animals such as snakes), dangerous, cunning, violent, potent.
- (informal) Indulged in.
Synonyms
cheeky fellow
be bold
be forward
be brazen-faced
stir up trouble
be impertinent
saucy impudent
impudant
obstinate person
conceit
a nuisance
Frequency
Pronounced as (IPA)
/ˈt͡ʃiːki/
Etymology
From cheek + -y.
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