malapert Meaning & Definition
/ˈmæləpɜːt/
What Does Malapert Mean?
Malapert is used as a noun meaning A cheeky, impudent, or saucy person. As an adjective, it means Cheeky, impudent, saucy.
Quick Facts About Malapert
| Part of speech | noun, adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈmæləpɜːt/ |
| Plural | malaperts |
| Comparative / superlative | more malapert, most malapert |
Malapert Definition (Noun)
- A cheeky, impudent, or saucy person.
Malapert as an Adjective
- Cheeky, impudent, saucy.
Synonyms of Malapert
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Malapert synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
malapert (plural malaperts)
malapert (comparative more malapert, superlative most malapert)
Origin of Malapert
From mal- (“not, badly”) + apert (“open, revealed; direct, straightforward; clever, expert”), or from Middle French malappert,[1] Old French mal apert (“ill-skilled”).
Frequently Asked Questions About Malapert
Is malapert a noun or an adjective?
Malapert is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as an adjective.
What is the plural of malapert?
The plural of malapert is malaperts.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of malapert?
The comparative form is more malapert and the superlative form is most malapert.