Foundation level · Year 4 · free
cheeky
adjective · Say it: CHEE-kee
What it means
Foundationslightly rude or disrespectful, often in a playful or funny way
The cheeky seagull snatched a chip right out of Dad's hand at the beach.
Similar and opposite words
Synonyms (similar meaning)
- impertinent
- impudent
- mischievous
- sassy
Antonyms (opposite meaning)
- polite
- respectful
More examples
- Ruby gave a cheeky grin when she asked for a third slice of birthday cake.
Where the word comes from
It comes from 'cheek', meaning rude talk, from an Old English word for the side of the face.
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