sardonic — grimly mocking or cynical; characterized by bitter, scornful derision
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: grimly mocking or cynical; characterized by bitter, scornful derision
Pronunciation (IPA): /sɑːrˈdɑːnɪk/
Example Sentences
- His sardonic remarks about online dating made everyone uncomfortable at the wedding.
- The teacher's sardonic response to the student's excuse was simply, 'Oh, your dog ate your laptop too?'
- She watched the political debate with sardonic amusement, knowing none of the promises would be kept.
sardonic
ADJECTIVE[/sɑːrˈdɑːnɪk/]
grimly mocking or cynical; characterized by bitter, scornful derision
Grimly mocking others' misfortune
A sardonic doctor offers tonic for chronic pain
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'sardonicus,' which derives from Greek 'Sardonios,' relating to Sardinia. The word originally referred to a Sardinian plant that supposedly caused a convulsive grimace resembling bitter laughter when eaten.
Breakdown
Sardon- (relating to Sardinia) + -ic (adjective suffix meaning 'of or pertaining to') = sardonic
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“His sardonic remarks about online dating made everyone uncomfortable at the wedding.”
“The teacher's sardonic response to the student's excuse was simply, 'Oh, your dog ate your laptop too?'”
“She watched the political debate with sardonic amusement, knowing none of the promises would be kept.”
“His sardonic grin appeared when his friend claimed to be 'too busy' while posting vacation photos on social media.”
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