Pert (adjective)

1. Lively and self-assured in manner and behavior.
2. Saucy or cheeky.

Origin:

The word "pert" comes from the middle english word "pert" which means "brisk" or "lively", it has its origin in the latin word "pertus" which means "open" or "broken through". it refers to the quality of being lively and self-assured in manner and behavior.

Examples:

1. She had a pert and lively manner.
2. He had a pert and cheeky attitude.
3. She was always pert and full of energy.
4. He was a pert young man with a lot of self-confidence.
5. The pert young lady had a lot of wit and intelligence.