Back talk
Back talk noun - Disrespectful or argumentative talk given in response to a command or request.
Usage example: his mother sent him to his room because of his constant back talk
Wisecrack
Wisecrack noun - Something said or done to cause laughter.
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Synonyms for Wisecrack
Back talk and wisecrack are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Back talk" instead a noun "Wisecrack".
Nearby Word: wisecracking
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Wisecrack and Back talk. (2016). Retrieved 2026, August 16, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/back_talk/wisecrack
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