Antonyms for smart ass


Grammar : Adj, noun
Spell : smahrt-as
Phonetic Transcription : ˈsmɑrtˌæs


Definition of smart ass

Origin :
  • also smartass, 1960 (adj.), 1962 (n.), from smart (adj.) + ass (n.2).
  • As in audacious : adj reckless, daring
  • As in brazen : adj brash, unashamed
  • As in know-it-all : noun one who claims full knowledge
  • As in smart-aleck : noun wise guy
  • As in wise guy : noun smart-aleck; gangster
  • As in smart aleck : noun person making wise remarks
  • As in wise-ass : noun smart aleck
  • As in saucebox : noun smart aleck
  • As in smarty : noun smart aleck
  • As in smarty-pants : noun smart aleck

Synonyms for smart ass

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