Sarcasm ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Sarcasm ( noun )

The use of irony to mock or convey contempt.

Origin:

Late 16th century: from french sarcasme, or via late latin from greek sarkasmos, from sarkazein "to tear flesh, sneer".

Examples:

1. His sarcasm was not appreciated by his coworkers.
2. The stand-up comedian's act was full of sarcasm.
3. She spoke with a heavy sarcasm in her voice.
4. He couldn't tell if she was serious or being sarcastic.
5. The irony and sarcasm in his statements were not lost on his audience.

(As a verb)

Sarcasm ( verb )

The use of irony to mock or convey contempt.

Origin:

Late 16th century: from french sarcasme, or via late latin from greek sarkasmos, from sarkazein "to tear flesh, sneer".

Examples:

1. His sarcasm was not appreciated by his coworkers.
2. The stand-up comedian's act was full of sarcasm.
3. She spoke with a heavy sarcasm in her voice.
4. He couldn't tell if she was serious or being sarcastic.
5. The irony and sarcasm in his statements were not lost on his audience.