English Dictionary
Definition of “sarcasm”
sarcasm (ˈsɑːkæzəm
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Definitions
noun
- mocking, contemptuous, or ironic language intended to convey scorn or insult
- the use or tone of such language
Word Origin
C16: from Late Latin sarcasmus, from Greek sarkasmos, from sarkazein to rend the flesh, from sarx flesh
Synonyms
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irony,
satire,
cynicism,
contempt,
ridicule,
bitterness,
scorn,
sneering,
mockery,
venom,
derision,
vitriol,
mordancy,
causticness,
Usage examples
But there you are: apparently expressions of disgust and pitying sarcasm are all part of the rich pattern we call family life.
Jane Asher, LOSING IT (2002)Instead, he directed Rawat to do the honours and marched away, inviting sarcasm from the award-winners ' parents.
India Today (2002)``We tried to ban sarcasm on our last American tour,' Neil teases the Vanguard audience.
Courier, Sunday Mail (2004)Both of them act as if they're not always sure what planet they are on and both are oblivious to irony and sarcasm.
Sun, News of the World (2000)Albarn's observations came wrapped in weary sarcasm ; Cobain voiced his feelings with a nauseous rage.
John Harris, THE LAST PARTY: Britpop, Blair and the demise of English rock (2003)
