sass

noun

ˈsas How to pronounce sass (audio)
Definition of sassnext
as in disrespect
disrespectful or argumentative talk given in response to a command or request an old-fashioned diner where getting sass from the waitstaff is part of the experience

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Recent Examples of sass Ginger and strawberry blonde strokes add warmth and sass. — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2026 Then, give back the same sass McKenna gave her. — Angela George, Sioux Falls Argus Leader, 26 Mar. 2026 While a small role in terms of solo singing, Maddison stood out with her one liners, sass, and overall commitment to her character. — Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026 The younger of two siblings, Sarah was exuberant, with an infectious mix of sass and sweetness, her parents said. — Kim Chandler, Los Angeles Times, 12 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sass
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sass
  1. disrespect
  2. impudence
  3. insolence
  4. rudeness
  5. mouth
  6. back talk
  7. cheek
  8. sauce
Noun
  • What readers are saying The comments express frustration and disappointment over the littering and disrespect shown by visitors to national parks, particularly Yellowstone.
    — Andrea Sachs, Washington Post, 30 Sep. 2026
  • The board's vague message didn't point to specific administrators or specific instances of disrespect.
    — Aubrey Wright, IndyStar, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of disrespect
Noun
  • Among recent theater that has wrestled, even tangentially, with the Jewish diaspora’s relationship to Israel, like Birthright, Jewish Plot, or Giant, Slam Frank is notable both for its gregarious impudence and then sudden caution.
    — Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 5 Oct. 2026
  • Cronin has long toed the line of humor and impudence, appearing in social media clips all season.
    — Aaron Heisen, Daily News, 21 Feb. 2026
Definition of impudence
Noun
  • Some of this was a matter of the insolence of riches and pride of place.
    — Adam Gopnik, New Yorker, 8 June 2026
  • Turner, in her incendiary film debut, drapes Matty in haughty insolence, desperate unattainability, and seductive refinement.
    — Kevin Jacobsen, Entertainment Weekly, 14 Mar. 2026
Definition of insolence
Noun
  • The once-vaunted values of public life are now reduced to the lower standards of private life—venality, vulgarity, rudeness, incontinence, and ignorance.
    — Simon Sebag Montefiore, The Atlantic, 28 June 2026
  • Tell her about the long, unwelcome chats, the bullying and the rudeness.
    — Jeanne Phillips, Mercury News, 25 June 2026
Definition of rudeness
Noun
  • But no sooner did the words leave his mouth than the man’s eyelids fluttered open.
    — Rachel Heng, New Yorker, 4 Oct. 2026
  • Clark briefly left the court with blood pouring from her mouth.
    — Jackson Thompson OutKick, FOXNews.com, 3 Oct. 2026
Definition of mouth
Noun
  • There’s no back talk and no emotional baggage, just pure obedience.
    — Jason Parham, Wired News, 26 Feb. 2026
  • Learn how to raise responsible kids; put an end to arguing, back talk and begging; avoid power struggles; and preserve loving relationships with your children.
    — Laura Groch, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Oct. 2022
Definition of back talk
Noun
  • His cheeks had filled out, and his arms were firm with muscle.
    — Rachel Heng, New Yorker, 4 Oct. 2026
  • Rhode has continued to expand its cheek category, with a recent collaboration with Alexandra Leclerc to create Pocket Pearl, a miniature, reflective riff on the original formula.
    — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 3 Oct. 2026
Definition of cheek
Noun
  • Starters include lamb lollipops and baked oysters, while entrées range from scallops with saffron risotto and olive tapenade to an 18-ounce ribeye topped with sauces including béarnaise or apple-horseradish cream.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Gather the edges of the foil and shape it around the salmon to create a lip and prevent the sauce from leaking.
    — Candy Hom, AJC.com, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of sauce

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“Sass.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sass. Accessed 10 Oct. 2026.

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