Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sardonic

adjective

/sɑːrˈdɒnɪk/

Definition

Characterized by a cruel or scornful derision; mocking or cynical.

Examples

His sardonic smile hinted at his true feelings about the situation.
She made a sardonic comment about the failed project, suggesting it was doomed from the start.
The novel is filled with sardonic wit that critiques society.

Meaning

Sardonic refers to a form of humor or expression that shows a disdainful, often ironic attitude towards something, usually marked by a certain bitterness.