SARCASTIC


Meaning of SARCASTIC in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ sär-ˈkas-tik ]

adjective

Date: 1695

1. : having the character of sarcasm

sarcastic criticism

2. : given to the use of sarcasm : caustic

a sarcastic critic

• sar·cas·ti·cal·ly -ti-k(ə-)lē adverb

Synonyms:

sarcastic , satiric , ironic , sardonic mean marked by bitterness and a power or will to cut or sting. sarcastic implies an intentional inflicting of pain by deriding, taunting, or ridiculing

a critic known for his sarcastic remarks

satiric implies that the intent of the ridiculing is censure and reprobation

a satiric look at contemporary society

ironic implies an attempt to be amusing or provocative by saying usually the opposite of what is meant

made the ironic observation that the government could always be trusted

sardonic implies scorn, mockery, or derision that is manifested by either verbal or facial expression

surveyed the scene with a sardonic smile

Merriam-Webster's Collegiate English vocabulary.      Энциклопедический словарь английского языка Merriam Webster.