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sardonically

/sɑːrˈdɒn.ɪ.kəl.i/

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adverb

/sɑːrˈdɒn.ɪ.kəl.i/C1formalart
  • ruНаречие, описывающее манеру речи или улыбки, которая является насмешливой, циничной или презрительно-юмористической. Часто передаёт горький или пренебрежительный тон, обычно используется в литературных и формальных контекстах.

An adverb describing a manner of speaking or smiling that is mocking, cynical, or scornfully humorous. It often conveys a bitter or contemptuous tone, typically used in literary and formal contexts.

  1. Mockingly or cynicallyC1formal

    In a way that shows a mocking, cynical, or contemptuous attitude, often with a bitter or ironic tone.

    ruСардонически

    • He smiled sardonically at the absurdity of the situation.
    • She remarked sardonically that the plan was bound to fail.
    • The critic sardonically praised the film's unintentional humor.

    Synonymscontemptuouslycynicallyderisivelyironicallymockinglysarcasticallyscornfullysneeringly

    Antonymsearnestlygenuinelysincerelywarmly

Forms
  • more sardonically comparative form
  • most sardonically superlative form
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