Wiseguy
noun
A person who is clever and speaks in a joking or sarcastic manner, often used to show arrogance or disrespect.
Don't be such a wiseguy; it's not funny.
Usage tips
Informal
street smart,too clever for one's own good,smart aleck
noun
A person who is clever and speaks in a joking or sarcastic manner, often used to show arrogance or disrespect.
Don't be such a wiseguy; it's not funny.
Usage tips
Informal
street smart,too clever for one's own good,smart aleck
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Humor
Wiseguy remarks can lighten the mood, but avoid being offensive.
He made a wiseguy comment that got everyone laughing.
Pro Tip 2/3Respect
Being a wiseguy can undermine your authority; use this term thoughtfully.
In a meeting, don't act like a wiseguy to your boss.
Pro Tip 3/3Tone
The tone you use can change the meaning of 'wiseguy' from playful to mocking.
His tone was that of a wiseguy, which irritated the teacher.
Pro Tip 1/3Humor
Wiseguy remarks can lighten the mood, but avoid being offensive.
He made a wiseguy comment that got everyone laughing.
Pro Tip 2/3Respect
Being a wiseguy can undermine your authority; use this term thoughtfully.
In a meeting, don't act like a wiseguy to your boss.
Pro Tip 3/3Tone
The tone you use can change the meaning of 'wiseguy' from playful to mocking.
His tone was that of a wiseguy, which irritated the teacher.
Pro Tip 1/3Humor
Wiseguy remarks can lighten the mood, but avoid being offensive.
He made a wiseguy comment that got everyone laughing.
Pro Tip 2/3Respect
Being a wiseguy can undermine your authority; use this term thoughtfully.
In a meeting, don't act like a wiseguy to your boss.
Pro Tip 3/3Tone
The tone you use can change the meaning of 'wiseguy' from playful to mocking.
His tone was that of a wiseguy, which irritated the teacher.
Never forget "Wiseguy"
Humans forget easily. That's why you should download WordUp: Smart reminders, word games, AI practice, and much more!
WordUp Chrome Extension
As you browse the web instantly look up words you don’t know.
Get Chrome Extension