CEFR B2

cheeky

adjective

Meaning

Showing a lack of respect or seriousness in an amusingly bold way, often towards someone older or in a higher position.

Examples

He gave a cheeky wink to the teacher.
She had a cheeky sense of humor that often got her into trouble.

Synonyms: bold, impudent, insolent, brazen

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cheeky (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈtʃiːki/

Definition

Showing a lack of respect or seriousness in an amusingly bold way, often towards someone older or in a higher position.

Examples

He gave a cheeky wink to the teacher.
She had a cheeky sense of humor that often got her into trouble.
The salesman's cheeky remark about my outfit made me laugh.

How to Use cheeky

cheeky of someone (prepositional phrase): Describing an action or behavior as boldly disrespectful or impudent. — "It was rather cheeky of him to ask for a raise after only a week."

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