Used in a Sentence

sarcasm

How to use sarcasm in a sentence. Example sentences and definitions for sarcasm.

Editorial note

<sarcasm> 1998 called and they want their resume blasts back.

Examples12
Definitions1
Parts of speech1

Quick take

witty language used to convey insults or scorn; "he used sarcasm to upset his opponent"; "irony is wasted on the stupid"; "Satire is a sort of glass, wherein beholders do generally discover everybody's face but their own"--Jonathan Swift

Meaning at a glance

The clearest senses and uses of sarcasm gathered in one view.

noun

witty language used to convey insults or scorn; "he used sarcasm to upset his opponent"; "irony is wasted on the stupid"; "Satire is a sort of glass, wherein beholders do generally discover everybody's face but their own"--Jonathan Swift

Definitions

Core meanings and parts of speech for sarcasm.

noun

witty language used to convey insults or scorn; "he used sarcasm to upset his opponent"; "irony is wasted on the stupid"; "Satire is a sort of glass, wherein beholders do generally discover everybody's face but their own"--Jonathan Swift

Example sentences

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<sarcasm> 1998 called and they want their resume blasts back.

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And it is dark humour, sarcasm, cynism, you name it.

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No Steeler game this weekend; I may have found my destiny </sarcasm>

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Please turn on sarcasm tags so I should know whether to agree/disagree, be pissed, etc.

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It's hard to disagree with sarcasm on the internet.

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I didn't see any sarcasm in pkulak's comment.

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So yes, your sarcasm aside, American names are an order of magnitude more distinctive.

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In English, we often indicate sarcasm, emphasis, or a question by intonation.

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Abed too has trouble reading sarcasm and emotion, he has obsessions with routine and structure as well and disruptions in routine cause him considerable distress.

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You get some very detailed actionable feedback and flat out refuse to engage with it because it contains some mild sarcasm?No, obviously you would not like to help unless it's 100% on your terms, and you're not even telling which terms they are.

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Snark and sarcasm aside, I am impressed with the level of detail that the IT department is sharing; it is refreshing to see such a disaster being discussed so openly and honestly, while at the same time treating customers like adults.

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So now that you've read Machiavelli and Cialdini, and feel you understand users better... then instead of using that to respond better to them and make the world a better place for them... you decide to take delight in their unhappiness instead?Wow, I've never said something like this on HN before, but unless undetected sarcasm is wooshing over my head: what a prick.

Frequently asked questions

Short answers drawn from the clearest meanings and examples for this word.

How do you use sarcasm in a sentence?

<sarcasm> 1998 called and they want their resume blasts back.

What does sarcasm mean?

witty language used to convey insults or scorn; "he used sarcasm to upset his opponent"; "irony is wasted on the stupid"; "Satire is a sort of glass, wherein beholders do generally discover everybody's face but their own"--Jonathan Swift

What part of speech is sarcasm?

sarcasm is commonly used as noun.