CEFR B2

sarcasm

noun

Meaning

The use of irony to mock or convey contempt, often by saying the opposite of what is meant to highlight the absurdity of a situation.

Examples

She used heavy sarcasm to express her frustration with the slow service.
His tone was thick with sarcasm when he congratulated his rival on a mediocre performance.

Synonyms: irony, mockery, satire, cynicism

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sarcasm (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈsɑːrkæzəm/

Definition

The use of irony to mock or convey contempt, often by saying the opposite of what is meant to highlight the absurdity of a situation.

Examples

She used heavy sarcasm to express her frustration with the slow service.
His tone was thick with sarcasm when he congratulated his rival on a mediocre performance.
I could not tell if his comment was genuine praise or just dry sarcasm.

Synonyms of sarcasm

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Antonyms of sarcasm

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