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sarcastic

/sɑːˈkæstik/
Meanings
  • adjective, noun, or verb (depending on usage)

    A form of speech that is intended to be opposite in meaning to that which is explicitly or implicitly expressed, often used to mock or convey sarcasm.

    - "John: 'Nice weather we're having today, isn't it?' (sarcastically, on a rainy day)"
    - "Sally: 'You're such a great listener.' (sarcastically, while her friend keeps talking)"
    - "Mike: 'I love long car rides.' (sarcastically, during a traffic jam)"
Synonyms

sarky , snarky
Rhymes
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hysteric , terric , mystic
Variants
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sarcastic , sarcastically
Etymology
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From the late 15th century, derived from the Greek word 'sarkazo,' meaning 'to mock,' or 'to bite the cheek in derision'.

Trivia
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  1. The ancient Greeks used sarcasm as a form of punishment in their courts.

  2. Sarcasm has been linked to improved mental health and emotional intelligence.

  3. The term 'sarcasm' was first used in English literature in the works of Shakespeare.

Related Concepts
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  1. Irony: Irony is a literary device that involves saying or meaning the opposite of what is literally stated, often used for humorous or satirical effect.

  2. Satire: Satire is a form of art that uses humor, irony, exaggeration, or ridicule to expose and criticize people's stupidity or vices, particularly in the context of contemporary politics and other topical issues.

Quotes
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  1. DeWitt is everything Shea is not. And Shea quickly felt DeWitt's contempt. "Lincoln is loud," Jim says. "He makes "sarcastic" comments because he has to call attention to himself all the time. Some people are insecure because they haven't established themselves yet."

    - Anne Marie Cruz,{it}ESPN{/it},18 Feb. 2002

  2. Frank evokes the eccentric Hamilton family and their feisty Gullah housekeeper with originality and conviction; Susan herself—smart, "sarcastic", funny and endearingly flawed—makes a lively and memorable narrator.

    - {it}Publishers Weekly{/it},24 Jan. 2000

  3. Close on the heels of "Millionaire" came "The Weakest Link," which added a new wrinkle (subsequently picked up by "American Idol"): Its British host, Anne Robinson, was presented not as a genteel, erudite tutor but rather as a rude, "sarcastic" jerk.

    - Andrew Sullivan,{it}New Republic{/it},4 Nov. 2002
Culture
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Sarcasm is a common tool used in various forms of literature, art, and media to convey humor, irony, or social commentary. It has been used throughout history to challenge authority, critique society, and entertain audiences.

How to Memorize "sarcastic"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a situation where someone makes a sarcastic comment, such as a rainy day with someone saying 'Nice weather we're having today.' Visualize the expression on their face and the tone of their voice to help remember the definition.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'sarcastic' with opposite meanings or situations, such as a rainy day and the phrase 'Nice weather we're having today.' This can help reinforce the definition and meaning of the word.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic phrase, such as 'Sarcasm: Saying the opposite, often with a smirk.'

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