Synonyms for

Sass

Verb / sæs / Another word for sass — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

verb: to talk or behave in a rude or disrespectful way, often to authority figures

Synonyms & similar words

sas lip backtalk sassing mouth specialairservice backtalk cheek impudence insolence lip rudeness sassiness snark sauciness mouthiness disrespect contemptuousness audacity disobedience arrogance flippancy temerity

Example sentences

  1. My little sister always sasses me when I ask her to do something.
  2. If you sass your boss, you might get fired!
  3. I don't tolerate sass from my students.
  4. He got in trouble for sassing the police officer.
  5. She gave her mom some sass when she was told to clean her room.

Quotes

  • 'I refuse to be sassed by a minion,' snarled the queen.
  • The little boy was known to sass his elders, causing much annoyance.
  • Don't you dare sass me, young lady!

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