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PERT

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 I. (adjective) 

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Meaning:

Characterized by a lightly pert and exuberant quality

Example:

a certain irreverent gaiety and ease of manner

Synonyms:

impertinent; irreverent; pert; saucy

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

spirited (displaying animation, vigor, or liveliness)

Derivation:

pertness (quality of being lively and confident)

pertness (inappropriate playfulness)

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