SASS Synonyms: 53 Similar and Opposite Words

sass

noun

ˈsas

Definition of sass

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 Verbs can deliver the sass of a runway model and a good degree of brushoff. — Literary Hub, 1 May 2026 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 See All Example Sentences for sass

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Noun

Nathan is offended and starts going on his usual rant about not tolerating disrespect toward his family.

— Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 6 Oct. 2026
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

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

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But the opposition is steeped in that same monotone rudeness.

— Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 9 Oct. 2026
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

Definition of rudeness

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But a few times in recent years, Hollins, a veterinarian, tricked Jonathan and slid a cotton swab into the giant tortoise's mouth to get a saliva sample.

— KYLE MELNICK THE WASHINGTON POST, Arkansas Online, 18 Oct. 2026
Kip’s leaning into the frame, giving a thumbs-up, one of the KitKats in his mouth like a cigarillo.

— George Saunders, New Yorker, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of mouth

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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

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First responders took the victim to Fawcett Memorial Hospital with a severe cut measuring four to six inches from his left cheek down to his neck, alongside a minor laceration to his upper chest, police said.

— Leigh Egan, FOXNews.com, 16 Oct. 2026
Rub the remaining marinade all over, making sure to tuck some into the slashes and under the cheeks.

— Emma Specter, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of cheek

Noun

Butter, mac and cheese and a sauce lacked common name of the foods.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 12 Oct. 2026
Served on Vista Alegre porcelain, recent dishes from Tap’s Local Stars program have included sautéed prawns with strawberry gazpacho, roasted cod in pil-pil sauce, veal terrine, and Dom Rodrigo, an Algarve dessert made with egg yolks and almonds.

— Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 12 Oct. 2026

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