In a manner that is playfully disrespectful or bold, often combining impudence with a touch of charm or humor. It implies a lack of serious intent and a lighthearted disregard for social norms or expectations, usually without causing genuine offense. It's characterized by a playful assertiveness that often involves teasing, flirting, or pushing boundaries in a way that's considered amusing rather than aggressive. The behavior might be daring but avoids being intentionally hurtful, aiming for a reaction of amusement or endearment. The intent is often to create a sense of fun and lightheartedness, and to engage in a subtle game of wit or defiance, and this trait can be seen with kids and in romantic pursuits.
Cheekily meaning with examples
- The toddler, after swiping a cookie from the counter, looked at his mother cheekily, giving her a mischievous grin that instantly melted her annoyance. He knew he wasn't supposed to, but his playful rebellion was hard to resist.
- "Did you really think I wouldn't find that?" she asked, after the friend hid the sweets. Smiling cheekily and playfully, he admitted the hiding spot was a bad choice and they both burst into laughter, relishing the game.
- He glanced at her cheekily during the presentation, winking at her. "That's something I knew," she said, playfully, when answering a question to see what was new and that she was a natural.
- The comedian cheekily poked fun at the government official with her remarks on the economy, which was not well, but the tone kept things light, and they all laughed in the end.
Cheekily Synonyms
boldly flippantly freshly impertinently impudently insolently mischievously pertly playfully saucyCheekily Antonyms
deferentially humbly meekly politely respectfully reverently submissivelyCheekily Crossword Answers
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