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cheeky Synonyms

Another word for cheeky

Choosing another word for cheeky depends on context, so the 12 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Showing a lack of respect or politeness in a way that is playful, amusing, or slightly impudent.

Usage Example

"The little boy gave his mother a impudent grin before grabbing an extra cookie from the jar."

Strongest
impudent
impertinent
saucy
Strong
sassy
brash
brazen
insolent
presumptuous
flippant
irreverent

• adjective (Context 2)

Slightly indulgent, spontaneous, or unplanned, though enjoyable.

Usage Example

"We decided to stop at the pub for a indulgent pint on our way home from work."

Strong
indulgent
Weak
spontaneous

Opposites of cheeky

The opposite of cheeky shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

respectful
polite
courteous
deferential
reverent
mannerly
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• Nearby Words

cheekily
cheekiness
cheekpouch
cheeky
cheep
cheer
cheerful

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Cheeky. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/cheeky
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