Pronunciation: /ˈpɜːrtnəs/
noun the quality of being lively, bold, or saucy
A1 Her pertness in class always made the other students laugh.
A2 The puppy's pertness was evident as it eagerly wagged its tail.
B1 His pertness in the meeting impressed his colleagues.
B2 The actress's pertness on stage captivated the audience.
C1 The politician's pertness during the debate showcased her intelligence and wit.
C2 The professor's pertness in the lecture hall commanded respect from all the students.
adjective pert, showing a bold or saucy attitude
A1 She showed her pertness by answering all the questions in class.
A2 The child's pertness often got him into trouble with his teachers.
B1 Her pertness in the meeting impressed the clients.
B2 The politician's pertness in debates helped him gain popularity among voters.
C1 The professor's pertness in discussing complex theories made the lecture engaging for students.
C2 The actress's pertness on stage captivated the audience and earned her critical acclaim.
formal Her pertness and professionalism impressed the interview panel.
informal I admire her pertness when dealing with difficult customers.
slang She's got some serious pertness, always ready with a witty comeback.
figurative His pertness in the face of adversity is truly inspiring.
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