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What's the difference between sassy and Badass?

Hi! I watch a LOT of american series and I have heard "badass" and "sassy" a lot but I don't know what does it mean and what's the difference between both of them.

I would appreaciate if someone can help me.

Thanks a lot.


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Siobhank profile picture SiobhankMay 2016
Hi Mayerly, it all depends on context and the speaker's intention. However, "sassy" means classy+sexy in a way. "Badass" means it "knocks you out" -it's "impressive"
  • exRanger profile picture exRangerAugust 2019
    "Sassy" can also refer to a person who is inclined to "talk back", i.e., respond in a manner that can be construed as (1) disrespectful and/or (2) rude.

    "Badass": the word has somany meanings, implications, it's almost impossible to offer a consise explanation/definition. Suffice it to say that "badass", in general, implies an element -- person, idea, situation, etc. -- that conveys a sense of "seriousness" and "threat", or even "danger". It's a tricky one, this word.

    Note re; "Sassy": Application of this term does not necessarily imply a "negative" connotation; I think someone has already mentioned that it can also convey a sense of "sexiness", and often does, in a positive sense.
  • ThanosDodd profile picture ThanosDoddAugust 2019
    I agree broadly. I'd say sassy is more fake, trash classy combined with an 'in your face' behavior.

    When badass is used to describe a person it means that you don't want to mess with them
ErnestoAlonzo profile picture ErnestoAlonzoAugust 2019
it s really good explanation , thank you for all
ErnestoAlonzo profile picture ErnestoAlonzoAugust 2019
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