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sarcasm

/ˈsɑːɹˌkæzəm/ sustantivo C1

En español: sarcasmo, sorna

  1. Use of acerbic language to mock or convey contempt, often using verbal irony and (in speech) often marked by overemphasis and sneering. (uncountable)
  2. An individual act of the above. (countable)

Plural sarcasms

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The minister quailed before this outburst of sarcasm.
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 101 · C1
“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.
A Study in Scarlet, p. 35 · B2
“Oh yes,” sighed Anne, blissfully unconscious of any sarcasm on Marilla’s part.
Anne of Green Gables, p. 85 · C1
Faria replied to this sarcasm with a glance of profound contempt.
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 137 · C1

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