sarcastic — marked by or given to using irony in order to mock or convey contempt
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: marked by or given to using irony in order to mock or convey contempt
Pronunciation (IPA): /sɑːrˈkæstɪk/
Korean meaning: 비꼬는, 빈정거리는, 조롱하는
Korean pronunciation: 사르-캐스-틱 (강세: 캐스)
Example Sentences
- When I said I loved doing homework, my teacher knew I was being sarcastic.
- Her sarcastic response to the compliment revealed her true feelings.
- Oh great, another Monday morning meeting - he said in a sarcastic voice.
sarcastic
ADJECTIVE//sɑːrˈkæstɪk//
marked by or given to using irony in order to mock or convey contempt
Mockingly praising the messy room
Sir casts his stick with sarcastic, mocking praise and eye rolls
Her sarcastic praise: 'This plastic trophy is just fantastic!'
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek 'sarkastikos' meaning 'of or pertaining to sarcasm,' derived from 'sarkazein' meaning 'to tear flesh' or 'to speak bitterly.' The term originally referred to harsh, cutting speech.
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📝Examples
“When I said I loved doing homework, my teacher knew I was being sarcastic.”
“Her sarcastic response to the compliment revealed her true feelings.”
“Oh great, another Monday morning meeting - he said in a sarcastic voice.”
“Stop being so sarcastic and give me a straight answer.”
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