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sarcasm

/ˈsɑːˌkæzəm/ /ˈsɑːɹˌkæzəm/

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Sarkasmus, Spott

Use of acerbic language to mock or convey contempt, often using irony and (in speech) often marked by overemphasis and a sneering tone of voice.

Examples :

"Sarcasm is the lowest form of wit."

Sarkasmus ist die niedrigste Form von Witz.

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noun

Sarkasmus, Spott

An act of sarcasm.

Examples :

"Her eye roll and "Oh, great, another pop quiz!" was a clear act of sarcasm, showing she was not happy about it at all. "

Ihr Augenrollen und das "Oh, super, schon wieder ein Test!" war ein klarer Akt des Sarkasmus, der zeigte, dass sie überhaupt nicht glücklich darüber war.

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