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sardonic

/sɑːrˈdɒn.ɪk/

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adjective

/sɑːrˈdɒn.ɪk/C1formal
  • ruОписывает насмешливый, циничный или презрительный тон, часто с оттенком мрачного юмора.

Describes a mocking, cynical, or scornful tone, often with a sense of grim humor.

  1. Mocking or cynicalC1formal

    Characterized by bitter or scornful humor; mocking and cynical.

    ruСардонический

    • He gave a sardonic smile when he heard the excuse.
    • Her sardonic comments made everyone uncomfortable.
    • The critic's review was filled with sardonic wit.

    Synonymsacerbiccausticcynicalderisiveironicmockingsarcasticscornfulsneeringwry

    Antonymsearnestfriendlygentlegenuinegood-naturedkindpleasantsinceresweetwarm

Forms
  • more sardonic comparative form
  • most sardonic superlative form
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