Smartalecky refers to someone who is overly confident, arrogant, and talkative in a way that is irritating or disrespectful. Antonyms for this word could include modest, humble, respectful, or shy. A modest person is typically known for their discretion, behavior, or actions that demonstrate humility or lack of excessive pride. A humble person is known for being modest or unassuming, while treating others with fairness and respect. A respectful person manifests admiration, trust or recognition for the value, qualities or traits of others, showing courteous, polite and well-mannered behavior. Finally, a shy person is typically reserved, introverted, or hesitant to interact with others in social settings, rather than outspoken or arrogant.