sarcasm

noun
UK: /ˈsɑːkæzəm/
US: /ˈsɑːrkæzəm/

  1. The use of irony to mock or convey contempt.

    1. Was that sarcasm I detect in your voice? [ ] [ ]
    2. His voice dripped with sarcasm as he told me how brilliant my idea was. [ ] [ ]

  2. A sharply ironical taunt; sneering or cutting remark.

    1. Her sarcasm made him angry. [ ] [ ]
    2. The comedian's routine was filled with sarcasm directed at politicians and celebrities. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

irony scorn wit mockery ridicule derision satire
sarcasm verb

  1. To utter sarcasm or speak sarcastically.

    1. Don't sarcasm me! [ ] [ ]
    2. He sarcastically told her that her outfit was lovely as she walked away. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "sarcasm" in English means: The use of irony to mock or convey contempt., A sharply ironical taunt; sneering or cutting remark..

The phonetic transcription of "sarcasm" is /ˈsɑːkæzəm/ in British English and /ˈsɑːrkæzəm/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "sarcasm": irony, scorn, wit, mockery, ridicule, derision, satire.

Example usage of "sarcasm": "Was that sarcasm I detect in your voice?". More examples on the page.