放肆 — meaning in English
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English meaning
- cheeky adj Disrespectful or bold in a way that's often seen as playful or amusing rather than truly rude.
- flippant adj Showing a casual disrespect or lack of seriousness about something that deserves more care.
- impertinent adj Rude or disrespectful, especially in a way that oversteps one's place.
- impudent adj Bold and disrespectful in a way that shows no shame or embarrassment.
- pert adjective Cheeky or impudent in a lively, playful way, especially of a child or younger person.
- saucy adj Cheeky or disrespectful in a way that comes across as playful or amusing rather than genuinely rude.
- snotty adj Covered in or full of nasal mucus.
- unrestrained adj Not held back or controlled; excessive or unchecked.
Senses
放肆 is used for these senses in English:
- cheeky (informal) Impudent; impertinent; impertinently bold, often in a way that is regarded as endearing or amusing.
- flippant Showing disrespect through a casual attitude, levity, and a lack of due seriousness; pert.
- impertinent Insolent, ill-mannered or disrespectful; Disregardful.
- impudent Not showing due respect; bold-faced, impertinent.
- pert (archaic) Especially of children or social inferiors: cheeky, impertinent. [from 15th c.]
- saucy (figurative) Impertinent or disrespectful, often in a manner that is regarded as entertaining or amusing; smart.
- snotty (informal) Ill-tempered or impertinent in an arrogant, conceited manner.
- unrestrained immoderate; not restrained or held in check; inordinate (literary).
cheeky — full definition
- adj Disrespectful or bold in a way that's often seen as playful or amusing rather than truly rude.
- adj Informally, describing something indulgent or a bit naughty, often a treat.