Wednesday, May 28, 2014

Word of the Day: Sarcasm

sar·casm

noun \ˈsär-ˌka-zəm\
: the use of words that mean the opposite of what you really want to say especially in order to insult someone, to show irritation, or to be funny

Full Definition of SARCASM

1:  a sharp and often satirical or ironic utterance designed to cut or give pain
2a :  a mode of satirical wit depending for its effect on bitter, caustic, and often ironic language that is usually directed against an individual
b :  the use or language of sarcasm

Examples of SARCASM

  1. a voice full of sarcasm
  2. <I know you’re not happy, but there’s no need to resort to petty sarcasms to make your point.>
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