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Smartaleck vs Smartass - What's the difference?

smartaleck | smartass |

As a noun smartass is

(slang) one who is particularly insolent, who tends to make snide remarks or jokes.

As an adjective smartass is

(slang) related to or characteristic of a smartass.

smartaleck

Not English

Smartaleck has no English definition. It may be misspelled.

smartass

English

Alternative forms

* smart ass * smart arse

Noun

(es)
  • (slang) One who is particularly insolent, who tends to make snide remarks or jokes.
  • Lots of luck, smartass .

    Synonyms

    * smart aleck * smart-aleck * smart alec * smart-alec

    Adjective

    (-)
  • (slang) Related to or characteristic of a smartass.
  • I have had quite enough of your smartass remarks.