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Meaning of smart alec

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

smart alec

noun

Definitions

One who is given to obnoxious or insolent humor.
Synonyms:smartysmarty pantswise guy
One who is pretentious about their own cleverness or knowledge.
Synonyms:clever dickknow-it-allsmart asssmarty pantswise asswiseacre
One who is obnoxiously self-assured; a show off.
Synonyms:smart ass
A well-dressed person.

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