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smartass.

An insolent person, especially one who makes snide remarks.

8 characters2 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun
  1. An insolent person, especially one who makes snide remarks.

    derogatory · mildly · slang · vulgar
    Lots of luck, smartass.
  2. Synonym of know-it-all, an obnoxious clever person or a person making obnoxious efforts to seem clever by acting or behaving as if they know everything.

    mildly · vulgar
Where this word comes from

From smart + -ass.

adj
  1. Related to or characteristic of a smartass; irritatingly clever or smug.

    derogatory · not-comparable · slang · vulgar
    I have had quite enough of your smartass remarks.
Where this word comes from

From smart + -ass.

verb
  1. To speak in a condescending manner characterized by frequent sarcastic or disparaging remarks.

    derogatory · intransitive · slang · vulgar
Where this word comes from

From smart + -ass.

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