pert
/pɜrt/
adjective
- Attractively lively or cheerful, especially in a bold or confident way.
- The puppy had a pert, curious expression.
- She wore a pert little hat with a feather.
- Her pert reply showed she wasn't afraid to speak her mind.
- Impolite or showing a lack of respect, especially in a playful way.
- His pert remarks annoyed his older sister.
- Don't be so pert with your grandmother.
- The student gave a pert answer to the teacher and got detention.
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