sarcasm
IPA: sˈɑrkæzʌm
noun
- (uncountable) Use of acerbic language to mock or convey contempt, often using irony and (in speech) often marked by overemphasis and a sneering tone of voice.
- (countable) An act of sarcasm.
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Examples of "sarcasm" in Sentences
- That's the point of the sarcasm.
- Anything I have said in the past is sarcasm.
- He was popular with sarcasm and deadpan face.
- But she was never unkind to the point of sarcasm.
- This may be an expression of sarcasm or incredulity.
- I appreciate sarcasm, irreverence and individuality.
- The differential role of ridicule in sarcasm and irony.
- To enhance the teaching, the text employs sarcasm and irony.
- There is a differential role of ridicule in sarcasm and irony.
- Usually sarcasm, hyperbole, or litotes can be tied into verbal irony.
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