smartass

[US]/[ˈsmɑːtˌæs]/
[UK]/[ˈsmɑːrtˌæs]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A person who is clever and sarcastic, often in an annoying way.; A person who is overly confident and talks down to others.
v.To behave like a smartass; to be sarcastic and condescending.

Phrases & Collocations

smartass comment

being a smartass

smartass attitude

total smartass

smartass knows

stop being smartass

smartass behavior

smartass thinks

such a smartass

smartass remarks

Example Sentences

he's a smartass, always arguing with the boss.

don't let his smartass comments fool you; he's actually quite kind.

i told him to stop being a smartass, but he wouldn't listen.

she's a smartass with a degree in astrophysics.

he pulled a smartass move and got the promotion.

the smartass kid knew the answer before anyone else.

despite being a smartass, he's a valuable team member.

i hate dealing with that smartass customer service rep.

she shut him down with a witty smartass response.

he's a smartass who thinks he knows everything.

being a smartass isn't always a bad thing; sometimes it's funny.

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