Meaning & Definition of word "Sarcasm"

Sarcasm

/ˈsɑːrkæzəm/

1. The use of irony to mock or convey contempt.
- Example: Her comment about the weather was pure sarcasm, as it was raining heavily outside.
2. A sharp, often satirical or ironic utterance designed to mock or convey scorn.
- Example: He delivered his praise with such sarcasm that no one could tell if he was being serious.
3. A form of verbal irony in which what is said is different from, and often opposite to, what is meant.
- Example: She said, 'Oh great, another meeting' with a tone of sarcasm, knowing everyone felt the same way.
4. A mode of expression that often uses hyperbole and is characterized by a bitter or biting tone.
- Example: His sarcasm was evident when he remarked that the new policy was 'the best thing ever.'

●From Latin 'sarcasmus', from Greek 'sarkasmos', from 'sarkazein' meaning 'to tear flesh'.

bitter sarcasm:

a form of sarcasm that expresses extreme discontent or hostility.

use sarcasm:

to employ mocking or ironic remarks in conversation.

sarcasm detector:

a humorous way to refer to someone's ability to perceive sarcasm.

irony:

the expression of one's meaning by using language that normally signifies the opposite, often for humorous or emphatic effect.

mockery:

teasing behavior directed at another person or thing.

witticism:

a witty remark.

Meaning: sarcastic remark

● Example Sentence: If someone says 'Oh, fantastic!' when something bad happens, that's a classic sarcastic remark.

Meaning: deadpan sarcasm

● Example Sentence: When delivering deadpan sarcasm, the person maintains a serious expression while making a humorous statement.