Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sarcastic

Adjective

/sɑːrˈkæstɪk/

Definition

Marked by or given to using irony in order to mock or convey contempt.

Examples

Her sarcastic remark made everyone laugh, even though she was poking fun at him.
He delivered his feedback in a sarcastic tone, making it hard to tell if he was serious or joking.

Meaning

Sarcastic refers to a tone or expression that is often humorous, but can also be hurtful, using an incongruity between what is said and what is really meant.