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- pronunciation:
- sar
kae
stihk
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adjective |
| definition 1: |
If a remark is sarcastic, it uses language that hurts, teases, or makes fun of someone else. Sarcastic remarks may also be used just to complain or make a joke about something. Usually the words of a sarcastic remark are the opposite of what a person really means, but other people can usually understand the real meaning behind the words. For example, if you say, "What a beautiful day!" when it's dark and rainy outside, people will probably understand that your remark is sarcastic and your real meaning is that the weather is terrible and you are complaining about it.
Nolan's sarcastic comments about his sister's new hairstyle hurt her feelings.- similar words:
- dry, mocking
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| definition 2: |
When a person is sarcastic, they are saying something sarcastic or they often say sarcastic things. They say things to hurt or tease other people or to complain or joke about something, and usually their statements are the opposite of what they actually mean. Even though they may be saying something positive, other people can understand that their meaning is something negative.
Damian is a bully even with his friends. He doesn't hit them, but he's always mean and sarcastic. |
| related words: |
sharp |
| derivation: |
sarcastically (adv.) |
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