Sass

usgb/sæs/
noun

A disrespectful back talk.

She didn't like the sass from her teenage son.
Visual representation of "sass" - A disrespectful back talk

Often appears as...

  • give some sass
  • full of sass

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Informal

Colloquial

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Informal Usage

Used mainly in casual conversations, not in formal situations.

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His mom heard the sass and was not amused.
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Negative Connotation

'Sass' often implies rudeness and should be used carefully to avoid offending.

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The waiter's sass made the customers uncomfortable.
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Cultural Context

Popular in North American culture, and can be seen in movies and TV shows.

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Popular teen dramas showcase characters with a lot of sass.
Visual representation of the word "Sass"

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