sarcasm
/ˈsɑːɹˌkæzəm/ noun C1- Use of acerbic language to mock or convey contempt, often using verbal irony and (in speech) often marked by overemphasis and sneering.
- An individual act of the above.
Plural sarcasms
From the library
The minister quailed before this outburst of sarcasm.
“You are doing so well now that it would be a pity for anyone to interfere.” There was a world of sarcasm in his voice as he spoke.
“Oh yes,” sighed Anne, blissfully unconscious of any sarcasm on Marilla’s part.
Faria replied to this sarcasm with a glance of profound contempt.
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