English Synonym Finder

sarcasm

Definitions

The use of irony to mock or convey contempt.

A sharp and often satirical or ironic utterance designed to cut or give pain.

Examples

He used heavy sarcasm to express his frustration with the long meeting.

It is often difficult to detect sarcasm when reading text messages.

Her voice was dripping with sarcasm as she congratulated him on his failure.

Synonyms

irony satire mockery cynicism derision scorn sneer

Antonyms

sincerity seriousness earnestness candor genuineness frankness honesty