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pertness

noun

/ˈpɜːrtnəs/

Meaning

boldness or forwardness in speech or behavior; sauciness

Her pertness during the meeting surprised everyone.

sassiness, boldness, cheekiness, impudence

politeness, modesty

pertness of speech, youthful pertness, sudden pertness

The process of becoming infected with harmful microorganisms such as bacteria or viruses.

an increase or addition, especially one of a series on a fixed scale; a regular increase in salary

The act of raising something to a higher position or level.

A person who lives alone and avoids other people; someone who lives a solitary life.

a heavily armored fighting vehicle moving on a continuous track

A claw, especially one belonging to a bird of prey.