sauciness

The character or fact of being saucy; hence, also, saucy language or conduct; impertinent presumption; impudence; contempt of superiors.

Synonyms Impertinence, Effrontery, etc. (see impudence malapertness.

The quality or state of being saucy; that which is saucy; impertinent boldness; contempt of superiors; impudence.

the property of being saucy

an instance of saucy behavior

inappropriate playfulness