Sarcasm (Noun)
Meaning
Witty language used to convey insults or scorn; "he used sarcasm to upset his opponent"; "irony is wasted on the stupid"; "Satire is a sort of glass, wherein beholders do generally discover everybody's face but their own"--Jonathan Swift.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The politician's use of sarcasm in the debate only made her seem more condescending to the audience.
- Her friend's sarcastic comment about her outfit left her feeling self-conscious.
- The teacher used sarcasm to discipline the misbehaving students, but it only made them laugh.
- The comedian's quick wit and sarcasm made him a favorite among fans of satire.
- The blogger's sarcastic remarks about the latest fashion trend sparked a heated debate in the comments section.