sarcasm

🇬🇧 UK/ˈsɑːkæzəm/🇺🇸 US/'sɑ:kæzm/

IELTSTOEFLC2

Definitions

n.

The use of sharp, ironic language to mock, insult, or express contempt

讽刺，挖苦，嘲讽

🧩 Root Breakdown

Loanword

sarcasmother

=sarcasm

Common Collocations

1.biting sarcasm尖刻的讽刺
2.heavy sarcasm浓厚的讽刺
3.sarcasm dripping with充满讽刺

Example Sentences

1.
Her sarcasm about the delayed project was sharp enough to make everyone uncomfortable in the meeting.
2.
The politician's sarcasm when responding to criticism revealed his contempt for the opposition.

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